Energy Efficient Heating - Tulkara, VIC 3384

Heating & Split Systems - Tulkara, VIC 3384

Welcome to the heating guide for Tulkara, situated in postcode 3384. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (STAWELL AERODROME) at an elevation of 235 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1996 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 -3.7 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 4.5 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 88.3% 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 106 km/h in Tulkara, 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 Tulkara

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

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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

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

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Featured Heating Installers Servicing Tulkara

A Class Displays

A Class Displays

41 Smith Street, 3380

Stay cozy, stay cool with A Class Displays

Jeff O'Donnell Airconditioning & Electrician

Jeff O'Donnell Airconditioning & Electrician

Unit 1 / 7 Austin street, 3380

Your Comfort is Our Priority

Split N Stawell Heating and Cooling

Split N Stawell Heating and Cooling

62 Longfield St, 3380

Stay comfortable all year 'round

Current Cool

Current Cool

510 Simpsons Road, 3814

Stay comfortable with Current Cool

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Tulkara
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Tulkara: Stawell Aerodrome - approx. 9.4 km

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

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Featured Solar Installers Servicing Tulkara

Community Heating Statistics - Tulkara, 3384

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

7°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Tulkara uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Stawell Aerodrome), which is at an elevation of 235 metres above sea level and started operating in 1996 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Tulkara’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

29 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Tulkara uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Stawell Aerodrome), which is at an elevation of 235 metres above sea level and started operating in 1996 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Tulkara will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

84%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Tulkara uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Stawell Aerodrome), which is at an elevation of 235 metres above sea level and started operating in 1996 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Tulkara’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

211

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3384 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3384 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

$433 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 3384, 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 Tulkara, 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

1,268 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1825kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3384, 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 Tulkara, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

660 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3384 each day if all 222 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 Tulkara, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$263 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3384 each day if all 222 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 Tulkara, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$85,801 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3384 each year if all 222 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 Tulkara, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

319 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3384 each year if all 222 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 3384 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

3,718 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3384 each year if all 222 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

2,381,397 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3384 each year if all 222 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 3384, which includes Tulkara, has a total 222 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 218 are houses, each with an average of 1.9 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1125 and with 68% 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 Tulkara and 3384 more broadly, we discover there are 44 families with children. At the same time, 23.7% of the 608 population are over 65 years old, while 235 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 Tulkara

Tulkara, VIC, 3384 experiences a cool temperate climate with mild summers and cold winters. The average winter weather in Tulkara is characterized by chilly temperatures and occasional snowfall. The average minimum temperature in Tulkara ranges from 3°C in June to 10°C in August, making these the coolest months of the year. The yearly minimum temperature can drop as low as -2°C, highlighting the need for effective heating solutions in this town.

When it comes to meeting the heating requirements of Tulkara, local heating businesses play a crucial role. They offer a wide range of heating options including split system heating, which is highly beneficial for this region. Split system heating provides both heating and cooling functionalities, making it a versatile choice for Tulkara's variable climate. Additionally, split systems can be powered by solar panels, harnessing the abundant sunlight in the area and reducing reliance on traditional energy sources.

For residents of Tulkara, investing in a split system heating solution not only ensures comfortable indoor temperatures during the winter months but also offers energy efficiency and cost savings. Local heating businesses specializing in HVAC systems and split system installations can provide expert advice and professional installation services to meet the unique heating needs of Tulkara residents.

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