Energy Efficient Heating - Wildwood, VIC 3429

Heating & Split Systems - Wildwood, VIC 3429

Welcome to the heating guide for Wildwood, situated in postcode 3429. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (MELBOURNE AIRPORT) at an elevation of 113 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1970 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 -2.5 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 80.3% and 63.7% 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 139 km/h in Wildwood, 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 Wildwood

36.036.027.027.018.018.09.09.00.00.0JanuaryJanuaryFebruaryFebruaryMarchMarchAprilAprilMayMayJuneJuneJulyJulyAugustAugustSeptemberSeptemberOctoberOctoberNovemberNovemberDecemberDecemberComfort ZoneComfort Zone
Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Wildwood 3429

50.050.044.044.038.038.032.032.026.026.020.020.014.014.08.08.02.02.0-4.0-4.0-10.0-10.0JanuaryJanuaryFebruaryFebruaryMarchMarchAprilAprilMayMayJuneJuneJulyJulyAugustAugustSeptemberSeptemberOctoberOctoberNovemberNovemberDecemberDecemberComfort ZoneComfort Zone
Cold Days (10% of the time)

Wildwood 3429

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

Wildwood 3429

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
100100808060604040202000%JanuaryJanuaryFebruaryFebruaryMarchMarchAprilAprilMayMayJuneJuneJulyJulyAugustAugustSeptemberSeptemberOctoberOctoberNovemberNovemberDecemberDecemberComfort ZoneComfort Zone
Average Relative Humidity

Wildwood 3429

Split system 3 star
Split System 5 star
Split System 7 star
24.024.018.018.012.012.06.06.00.00.0JanJanFebFebMarMarAprAprMayMayJunJunJulJulAugAugSepSepOctOctNovNovDecDec
Estimated daily split system cooling energy consumption

Wildwood 3429

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Wildwood

Storm Electrical Solutions

Storm Electrical Solutions

61B Hansen Street, 3025

Storm electrical solutions.

Too Hot Climate Systems

Too Hot Climate Systems

3 Perkin Court, 3175

Comfort and Quality, Delivered with Care

Plumbzall Pty Ltd

Plumbzall Pty Ltd

4 Bundoran Ct, 3429

Quality Plumbing Services You Can Trust

Sharpie the Sparkie

Sharpie the Sparkie

Ringwood, 3134

Quality tradesmen for your electrical & air conditioning needs

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Wildwood
554433221100JanJanFebFebMarMarAprAprMayMayJunJunJulJulAugAugSepSepOctOctNovNovDecDec
Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
554433221100JanJanFebFebMarMarAprAprMayMayJunJunJulJulAugAugSepSepOctOctNovNovDecDec

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wildwood: Melbourne Airport - approx. 4.7 km

Split System 5 star
6kW Solar System
16.016.012.012.08.08.04.04.00.00.0Split System 5 StarJanJanFebFebMarMarAprAprMayMayJunJunJulJulAugAugSepSepOctOctNovNovDecDec36.036.027.027.018.018.09.09.00.00.06kW Solar System
Est Daily Split System Heating Offset By Solar Power

Wildwood 3429

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Wildwood

Jet Solar

Jet Solar

13/5 Enterprise Drive, 3178

Victoria's highest rated solar installer.

Pacific Solar

Pacific Solar

1 Hewitt Street, 3192

Unleash the power of commercial solar.

Zing Solar Vic

Zing Solar Vic

2 Main Street, 3030

100% Australian based

Solar Run Keysborough

Solar Run Keysborough

35 Pacific Drive, 3173

Australia’s preferred solar company making installation simple.

Community Heating Statistics - Wildwood, 3429

Icon

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

8°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Wildwood uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Melbourne Airport), which is at an elevation of 113 metres above sea level and started operating in 1970 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Wildwood’s Winter months.

Icon

Avg Days Below 2°C

8 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Wildwood uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Melbourne Airport), which is at an elevation of 113 metres above sea level and started operating in 1970 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 Wildwood will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

Icon

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

72%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Wildwood uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Melbourne Airport), which is at an elevation of 113 metres above sea level and started operating in 1970 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Wildwood’s Winter months in the morning.

Icon

Total Number Of Homes

9,232

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3429 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3429 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.

Icon

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

$411 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 3429, 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 Wildwood, assumptions about the homes in this location, and estimates an average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh throughout this period.

Icon

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

995 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1825kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3429, 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 Wildwood, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

Icon

Community Electricity Saved

47,047 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3429 each day if all 14182 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 Wildwood, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

Icon

Community Retail Electricity Savings

$11,595 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3429 each day if all 14182 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 Wildwood, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

Icon

Community Retail Electricity Savings

$4,313,038 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3429 each year if all 14182 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 Wildwood, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

Icon

Yearly CO2 Reduction

14,098 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3429 each year if all 14182 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 3429 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

Icon

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

200,258 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3429 each year if all 14182 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.

Icon

Car Emissions Equivalent

119,334,101 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3429 each year if all 14182 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.

Icon

Demographics

Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census, postcode 3429, which includes Wildwood, has a total 14182 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 12563 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 1924 and with 74% 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 Wildwood and 3429 more broadly, we discover there are 4237 families with children. At the same time, 15.2% of the 39093 population are over 65 years old, while 12828 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
Icon

About Wildwood

Wildwood, VIC, 3429 experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. The average winter weather in Wildwood is characterized by cool temperatures and occasional rainfall. The coldest months are typically June and July, with average minimum temperatures ranging from 3 to 6 degrees Celsius. The yearly minimum temperature in Wildwood can drop to as low as -2 degrees Celsius, making heating a necessity during the winter months.

With the chilly winters in Wildwood, having an efficient heating system is crucial to keep homes and businesses comfortable. Local heating businesses in Wildwood offer a wide range of heating solutions, including split system heating. Split systems are highly versatile and energy-efficient, providing both heating and cooling capabilities. They consist of an indoor unit and an outdoor unit, connected by refrigerant lines. Split system heating offers precise temperature control and quiet operation, making it an excellent choice for homes and commercial spaces in Wildwood.

Moreover, Wildwood residents can consider harnessing solar power to meet their heating needs. Solar panels can be installed on rooftops to generate clean and renewable energy. By utilizing solar power to operate split system heating units, homeowners can reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources and lower their carbon footprint. Local heating businesses can provide expert advice and assistance in integrating solar power with split system heating, ensuring a sustainable and cost-effective heating solution for the community.

Nearby Suburbs

See Also

BESbswy