Heating & Split Systems - Sunshine, VIC 3020
Welcome to the heating guide for Sunshine, situated in postcode 3020. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (ESSENDON AIRPORT) at an elevation of 78 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1929 with the latest data recorded in 2023, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.
In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as -3.3 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 5.8 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 82% and 65% 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 147 km/h in Sunshine, 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 Sunshine
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Heating & Solar Production
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Sunshine: Essendon Airport - approx. 1.1 km
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Community Heating Statistics - Sunshine, 3020
Demographics
Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census, postcode 3020, which includes Sunshine, has a total 15211 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 11614 are houses, each with an average of 2.5 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1428 and with 57% 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 Sunshine and 3020 more broadly, we discover there are 4070 families with children. At the same time, 16.4% of the 44372 population are over 65 years old, while 10841 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