Energy Efficient Heating - Tawonga South, VIC 3698

Heating & Split Systems - Tawonga South, VIC 3698

Welcome to the heating guide for Tawonga South, situated in postcode 3698. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (MOUNT BEAUTY) at an elevation of 366 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1948 with the latest data recorded in 1994, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as -6.7 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 2.6 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 87% and 68% 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 Tawonga South, 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 Tawonga South

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Tawonga South 3698

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Tawonga South 3698

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

Tawonga South 3698

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Tawonga South 3698

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

Tawonga South 3698

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Tawonga South

Inafix Services

Inafix Services

885 Buffalo River Road, 3737

Stay comfortable all year round with Inafix Services

Badrock Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

Badrock Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

29, Bakers Gully Road, 3741

Your comfort is our priority

CBE Electrical & AIr Conditioning

CBE Electrical & AIr Conditioning

1 McGeehan Crest, 3737

Your Comfort, Our Priority

Coolair Refrigeration

Coolair Refrigeration

Bright, 3741

Stay comfortable all year round with Coolair Refrigeration

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Tawonga South
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Tawonga South: Mount Beauty - approx. 3.2 km

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

Tawonga South 3698

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Tawonga South

Hines Electrix

Hines Electrix

63 Odonnell Avenue, 3737

Powering your future with the sun

TMN Electrical

TMN Electrical

Porepunkah, 3740

Powering your home with the sun

Valcomm Electrical

Valcomm Electrical

72 Havelock Road, 3747

Power your future with Valcomm Electrical

Friend Electrical

Friend Electrical

6 Bluegum Court, 3741

Power your home with clean, renewable energy

Community Heating Statistics - Tawonga South, 3698

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

5°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Tawonga South uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Mount Beauty), which is at an elevation of 366 metres above sea level and started operating in 1948 with the latest data recorded in 1994, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Tawonga South’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

57 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Tawonga South uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Mount Beauty), which is at an elevation of 366 metres above sea level and started operating in 1948 with the latest data recorded in 1994, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Tawonga South will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

87%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Tawonga South uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Mount Beauty), which is at an elevation of 366 metres above sea level and started operating in 1948 with the latest data recorded in 1994, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Tawonga South’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

407

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3698 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3698 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

$454 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 456.25 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 3698, 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 Tawonga South, 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

1,766 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1825kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3698, 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 Tawonga South, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

1,986 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3698 each day if all 409 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 Tawonga South, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$509 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3698 each day if all 409 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 Tawonga South, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$186,548 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3698 each year if all 409 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 Tawonga South, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

617 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3698 each year if all 409 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 3698 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

8,615 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3698 each year if all 409 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

5,162,748 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3698 each year if all 409 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 3698, which includes Tawonga South, has a total 409 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 393 are houses, each with an average of 1.7 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1392 and with 63% 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 Tawonga South and 3698 more broadly, we discover there are 85 families with children. At the same time, 30.3% of the 1012 population are over 65 years old, while 310 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 Tawonga South

Tawonga South, located in Victoria, 3698, experiences a cool and temperate climate throughout the year. The average winter weather in this town is characterized by chilly temperatures and occasional snowfall. The average minimum temperature ranges from 0°C to 4°C during the winter months, with July being the coolest month.

Given the low temperatures during winter, reliable heating systems are essential for the comfort of residents in Tawonga South. Local heating businesses in the area offer a wide range of heating solutions, including gas heaters, electric heaters, and split system heating. Split system heating is particularly beneficial for this town as it provides both heating and cooling options, making it suitable for year-round use. With the ability to control individual room temperatures, split systems offer energy efficiency and personalized comfort.

Considering the abundance of sunlight in Tawonga South, harnessing solar power to run heating systems is a sustainable and cost-effective option. By installing solar panels, residents can power their split system heating units with clean energy, reducing their carbon footprint and energy costs.

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