Energy Efficient Heating - Riverside, VIC 3401

Heating & Split Systems - Riverside, VIC 3401

Welcome to the heating guide for Riverside, situated in postcode 3401. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (HORSHAM POLKEMMET RD) at an elevation of 128 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1873 with the latest data recorded in 2015, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as -5.6 degrees C, highlighting the necessity for energy-efficient heating systems. During these colder months (June, Juily and August), we see an average minimum temperature of 4.1 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 86.3% and 64.7% at 3 pm for this period. Together this can significantly affect the comfort levels in your home, making a comprehensive heating system essential not just for warmth but also for managing indoor humidity levels. Additionally, with wind gusts reaching up to km/h in Riverside, a robust HVAC system, including options like energy-efficient electric heaters, gas heating or ducted heating, or a more complex hydronic or ducted heating systems, becomes a valuable investment for maintaining a comfortable indoor environment.

Temperature & Weather in Riverside

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Riverside 3401

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Riverside 3401

Mean days less than 2°C
Mean days less than 0°C
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Average Number Of Extremely Cold Days

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9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Riverside 3401

Split system 3 star
Split System 5 star
Split System 7 star
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Estimated daily split system cooling energy consumption

Riverside 3401

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Riverside

Graham Walsh Refrigeration

Graham Walsh Refrigeration

45-47 Urquhart Street, 3400

Stay comfortable all year round with Graham Walsh Refrigeration

JDM Auto Electrics & Air Conditioning

JDM Auto Electrics & Air Conditioning

527 Wimmera Hwy, 3402

Expert Solutions for Your Auto Electrics & Air Conditioning Needs

Wades Gas & Paint

Wades Gas & Paint

18-20 Pynsent Street, 3400

Stay warm, stay cool, with Wades Gas & Paint

Keepcool Wimmera A/C & Refridgeration

Keepcool Wimmera A/C & Refridgeration

68 Rogersons Rd, 3400

Stay comfortable all year round with Keepcool Wimmera A/C & Refridgeration

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Riverside
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Riverside: Horsham Polkemmet Rd - approx. 4.8 km

Split System 5 star
6kW Solar System
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Est Daily Split System Heating Offset By Solar Power

Riverside 3401

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Riverside

Wimmera Electrical

Wimmera Electrical

Dimboola, 3414

Power your future with solar!

Laser Electrical Horsham

Laser Electrical Horsham

89 89 Plumpton Rd, 3400

Your 'Totally Dependable' Electrician

VV Electrical and Solar

VV Electrical and Solar

29 Alexander Avenue, 3400

Your green energy specialist.

Natimuk Solar

Natimuk Solar

9 9 Old Noradjuha Rd, 3409

Power your home with the sun's energy

Community Heating Statistics - Riverside, 3401

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

7°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Riverside uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Horsham Polkemmet Rd), which is at an elevation of 128 metres above sea level and started operating in 1873 with the latest data recorded in 2015, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Riverside’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

33 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Riverside uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Horsham Polkemmet Rd), which is at an elevation of 128 metres above sea level and started operating in 1873 with the latest data recorded in 2015, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Riverside will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

77%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Riverside uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Horsham Polkemmet Rd), which is at an elevation of 128 metres above sea level and started operating in 1873 with the latest data recorded in 2015, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Riverside’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

811

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3401 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3401 include Separate houses, Semi-detached, row or terrace houses, townhouses, flats or apartments, and other dwelling types, which we have combined into a single number called homes.

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Retail Value of Electricity Saved

$327 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 365 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 3401, due to an energy-efficient 7-star split system for heating compared to a less efficient 3-star air conditioning split system. This average yearly saving per home includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Riverside, assumptions about the homes in this location, and estimates an average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh throughout this period.

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Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

733 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1460kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3401, due to the improved energy efficiency of a 7-star rated split system for heating when compared to a less efficient 3-star air conditioning split system. The total kilowatts saved by each home on average includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Riverside, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

3,894 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3401 each day if all 1581 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Riverside, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$811 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3401 each day if all 1581 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating when compared to a 3-star efficient system, multiplied by an estimated average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Riverside, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$374,876 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3401 each year if all 1581 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating when compared to a 3-star efficient system, multiplied by an estimated average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Riverside, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

1,029 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3401 each year if all 1581 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in VIC, which is used to highlight the amount of carbon pollution that is instead saved by postcode 3401 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

17,218 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3401 each year if all 1581 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in VIC, then converted to the equivalent number of mature trees capturing and sequestering carbon dioxide pollution equal to the amount of CO2 saved (14 trees per tonne of CO2). So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of higher energy star split system performance because of improved energy efficiency.

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Car Emissions Equivalent

10,376,993 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3401 each year if all 1581 homes used a 7-star efficient split system or heating when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in VIC, then converted to the equivalent number of kilometres driven worth of car emissions driven by an average car equal to the amount of CO2 saved (120g of CO2 per km driven). So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of higher energy star split system performance because of improved energy efficiency.

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Demographics

Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census, postcode 3401, which includes Riverside, has a total 1581 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 1566 are houses, each with an average of 2.3 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1859 and with 75% homes mortgaged or rented, investing in energy-efficient heating options is even more essential to help reduce running costs and increase long-term financial savings for homeowners or renters.

When considering the demographics of Riverside and 3401 more broadly, we discover there are 456 families with children. At the same time, 16.2% of the 4596 population are over 65 years old, while 1252 people also live with long-term health conditions. So eco-friendly and smart heating systems with advanced thermostats are particularly appealing for those more susceptible to the cold, like families with young children, older adults, and residents living with health conditions.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Riverside

Riverside, VIC, 3401 experiences a temperate climate with mild winters. The average winter weather in Riverside is characterized by cool temperatures and occasional rainfall. The average minimum temperature ranges from 5°C to 10°C during the winter months.

The coolest months in Riverside are typically June and July, with average minimum temperatures dropping to around 5°C. During these months, residents often rely on heating systems to keep their homes warm and comfortable.

For efficient heating solutions in Riverside, local heating businesses offer a range of options including split system heating. Split systems provide both heating and cooling, making them versatile for year-round use. They are energy-efficient and can be controlled with a thermostat for precise temperature regulation. Additionally, considering the possibility of using solar power to power the unit, residents can reduce their carbon footprint and lower energy costs.

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