Energy Efficient Heating - West Creek, VIC 3992

Heating & Split Systems - West Creek, VIC 3992

Welcome to the heating guide for West Creek, situated in postcode 3992. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (WONTHAGGI) at an elevation of 55 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1911 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 -2.2 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 6.6 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 85.3% and 72.3% 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 West Creek, 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 West Creek

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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 West Creek

LDB Heating & Cooling

LDB Heating & Cooling

Unit 32/10 Speedwell Street, 3912

Quality service for all your heating and cooling needs

Southcoast Air

Southcoast Air

21 Phillip Island Rd, 3925

Stay comfortable with Southcoast Air

Mornington Heating

Mornington Heating

6 Carramar St, 3931

Cooling & Plumbing

Bass Coast HVAC

Bass Coast HVAC

113 White Rd, 3995

Your Comfort, Our Priority

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in West Creek
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to West Creek: Wonthaggi - approx. 6.8 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 West Creek

Island Energy

Island Energy

Unit 3/64-66 Genista St, 3925

Power your home with the sun

Dunton Group Electrical and Solar

Dunton Group Electrical and Solar

10 Thomson Terrace, 3936

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Variety Solar

Variety Solar

13a Smith Street, 3820

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

South Beach Solar

South Beach Solar

Panorama Dr, 3931

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Community Heating Statistics - West Creek, 3992

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in West Creek uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Wonthaggi), which is at an elevation of 55 metres above sea level and started operating in 1911 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for West Creek’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

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Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in West Creek uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Wonthaggi), which is at an elevation of 55 metres above sea level and started operating in 1911 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 West Creek will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in West Creek uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Wonthaggi), which is at an elevation of 55 metres above sea level and started operating in 1911 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for West Creek’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

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Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3992 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3992 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

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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 3992, 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 West Creek, 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

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Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1825kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3992, 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 West Creek, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

0 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3992 each day if all 502 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 West Creek, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$0 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3992 each day if all 502 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 West Creek, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$0 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3992 each year if all 502 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 West Creek, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3992 each year if all 502 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 3992 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3992 each year if all 502 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

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Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3992 each year if all 502 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 3992, which includes West Creek, has a total 502 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 501 are houses, each with an average of 2.1 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1402 and with 71% 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 West Creek and 3992 more broadly, we discover there are 123 families with children. At the same time, 19.1% of the 1281 population are over 65 years old, while 406 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 West Creek

West Creek, VIC, 3992 experiences a temperate climate with mild winters. The average minimum temperature in winter ranges from 5 to 10 degrees Celsius. The coolest months are typically June and July, with average minimum temperatures dropping to around 5 degrees Celsius. With these cooler temperatures, heating becomes essential for the comfort of residents.

One popular heating option in West Creek is split system heating. Split systems provide efficient heating and cooling solutions for homes and businesses. They consist of an indoor unit and an outdoor unit, connected by refrigerant lines. Split systems offer the advantage of individual temperature control for different rooms or areas, ensuring optimal comfort throughout the space.

Considering the possibility of using solar power to power the split system, West Creek residents can benefit from energy-efficient heating. Solar power can be harnessed through solar panels installed on rooftops, reducing reliance on traditional energy sources and lowering electricity bills. Local heating businesses in West Creek offer a range of split system heating options and can provide expert advice on incorporating solar power into the system.

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