Energy Efficient Heating - Dartmoor, WA 6532

Heating & Split Systems - Dartmoor, WA 6532

Welcome to the heating guide for Dartmoor, situated in postcode 6532. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (GERALDTON AIRPORT COMPARISON) at an elevation of 33 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1941 with the latest data recorded in 2014, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as -0.4 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 9.7 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 76.3% and 57% 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 143 km/h in Dartmoor, 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 Dartmoor

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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 Dartmoor

Frig Tech WA

Frig Tech WA

19, Allen Street, 6530

Stay cool, stay warm with Frig Tech WA

Option Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

Option Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

340 Chapman Valley Road, 6530

Stay comfortable with Option Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

GSK Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

GSK Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

86 Ilma Rise, 6530

Stay comfortable with GSK Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

T&T Plumbing Air Con & Gas

T&T Plumbing Air Con & Gas

9A View Street, 6530

Your Comfort, Our Priority

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Dartmoor
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Dartmoor: Geraldton Airport Comparison - approx. 6.4 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 Dartmoor

Sun City Solar

Sun City Solar

140 Flores Road, 6530

Powering the Midwest with Renewable Energy

Solargain Geraldton

Solargain Geraldton

17 Fuller Street, 6530

Powering your future with solar energy

Balanced Electrical & Solar

Balanced Electrical & Solar

Wandina, 6530

Powering your world with sustainable solar energy

Mitchell & Brown Communications

Mitchell & Brown Communications

5 Clark Street, 6530

Powering Your Future with Sustainable Solutions

Community Heating Statistics - Dartmoor, 6532

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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 Dartmoor uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Geraldton Airport Comparison), which is at an elevation of 33 metres above sea level and started operating in 1941 with the latest data recorded in 2014, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Dartmoor’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

0 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Dartmoor uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Geraldton Airport Comparison), which is at an elevation of 33 metres above sea level and started operating in 1941 with the latest data recorded in 2014, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Dartmoor 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 Dartmoor uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Geraldton Airport Comparison), which is at an elevation of 33 metres above sea level and started operating in 1941 with the latest data recorded in 2014, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Dartmoor’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 6532 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 6532 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 0 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 6532, 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 Dartmoor, 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

0 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 0kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 6532, 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 Dartmoor, 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 6532 each day if all 2335 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 Dartmoor, 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 6532 each day if all 2335 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 Dartmoor, 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 6532 each year if all 2335 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 Dartmoor, 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 6532 each year if all 2335 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 WA, which is used to highlight the amount of carbon pollution that is instead saved by postcode 6532 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 6532 each year if all 2335 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 WA, 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

0 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 6532 each year if all 2335 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 WA, 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 6532, which includes Dartmoor, has a total 2335 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 2207 are houses, each with an average of 2.3 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 2009 and with 69% 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 Dartmoor and 6532 more broadly, we discover there are 746 families with children. At the same time, 14.2% of the 6915 population are over 65 years old, while 1723 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 Dartmoor

Dartmoor, WA, 6532 experiences a temperate climate with mild winters and warm summers. The average winter weather in Dartmoor is characterized by cool temperatures and occasional rainfall. The average minimum temperature ranges from 8°C in June to 12°C in August. The yearly minimum temperature in Dartmoor can drop as low as 5°C.

Given the cooler temperatures during winter, having a reliable heating system is essential for the residents of Dartmoor. Split system heating is a popular choice in this town due to its energy efficiency and versatility. Split systems provide both heating and cooling functions, making them suitable for year-round use. With the ability to control the temperature in individual rooms, split systems offer personalized comfort and energy savings.

Considering the increasing focus on sustainable energy solutions, solar power can be a viable option to power split system heating units in Dartmoor. By harnessing the abundant sunlight in the region, solar panels can generate clean and renewable energy, reducing reliance on traditional power sources. Local heating businesses in Dartmoor can provide expert advice and installation services for both split system heating and solar power solutions, ensuring residents have access to efficient and environmentally friendly heating options.

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