Energy Efficient Heating - Lower Chittering, WA 6084

Heating & Split Systems - Lower Chittering, WA 6084

Welcome to the heating guide for Lower Chittering, situated in postcode 6084. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (PEARCE RAAF) at an elevation of 40 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1937 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 -2.9 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 8.6 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 77.7% and 59.3% 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 130 km/h in Lower Chittering, 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 Lower Chittering

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Lower Chittering 6084

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Lower Chittering 6084

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

Lower Chittering 6084

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

Lower Chittering 6084

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Lower Chittering

Web X Electrical

Web X Electrical

Perth, 6000

Reliable Electrical Services for Perth Homes and Businesses

Abel Electrical + Maintenance

Abel Electrical + Maintenance

20 Papuana Pl, 6064

Residential, Commercial & Industrial Electrical Services

Westcool (WA)

Westcool (WA)

2/2 Opportunity St, 6065

Stay comfortable all year round with Westcool (WA) Pty Ltd

HitecPro

HitecPro

Perth, 6000

Experience comfort like never before with HitecPro

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Lower Chittering
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Lower Chittering: Pearce Raaf - approx. 146 m

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

Lower Chittering 6084

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Lower Chittering

Peri Peri Electrical

Peri Peri Electrical

110 Oats Street, 6101

Power your home with sustainable energy

DNX Energy

DNX Energy

18 Stirling Highway, 6009

Power your future with clean, affordable solar energy

Middle Swan Solar

Middle Swan Solar

2b/59 Great Northern Highway, 6056

High Quality Solar & Battery System Supplier.

Quinncroft Electrical Group

Quinncroft Electrical Group

Unit 9/31 Dellamarta Rd, 6065

Uses Clean Energy Council Accredited Installers.

Community Heating Statistics - Lower Chittering, 6084

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

13°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Lower Chittering uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Pearce Raaf), which is at an elevation of 40 metres above sea level and started operating in 1937 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Lower Chittering’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

3 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Lower Chittering uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Pearce Raaf), which is at an elevation of 40 metres above sea level and started operating in 1937 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 Lower Chittering will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

78%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Lower Chittering uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Pearce Raaf), which is at an elevation of 40 metres above sea level and started operating in 1937 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Lower Chittering’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

2,925

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 6084 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 6084 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

$183 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 182.5 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 6084, 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 Lower Chittering, 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

730 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 730kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 6084, 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 Lower Chittering, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

5,850 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 6084 each day if all 2925 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 Lower Chittering, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$1,463 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 6084 each day if all 2925 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 Lower Chittering, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$533,813 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 6084 each year if all 2925 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 Lower Chittering, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

1,495 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 6084 each year if all 2925 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 6084 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

20,925 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 6084 each year if all 2925 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

12,454,650 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 6084 each year if all 2925 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 6084, which includes Lower Chittering, has a total 2925 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 2906 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 2076 and with 77% 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 Lower Chittering and 6084 more broadly, we discover there are 934 families with children. At the same time, 13.5% of the 9063 population are over 65 years old, while 2434 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 Lower Chittering

Lower Chittering, located in Western Australia, experiences a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. The average winter temperature ranges from 7 to 18 degrees Celsius, making it necessary for residents to have reliable heating systems to stay comfortable during the colder months.

Throughout the winter months, the average minimum temperature in Lower Chittering varies by month. In June and July, the average minimum temperature drops to around 7 degrees Celsius, while in August it slightly rises to 8 degrees Celsius. The yearly minimum temperature in the town can reach as low as 4 degrees Celsius, emphasizing the need for effective heating solutions.

To meet the heating requirements of Lower Chittering residents, local heating businesses offer a wide range of options, including split system heating. Split systems are an excellent choice for this region as they provide both heating and cooling capabilities, ensuring year-round comfort. These systems are energy-efficient, allowing homeowners to reduce their energy consumption and lower their utility bills. Additionally, considering the sunny climate of Lower Chittering, residents can explore the possibility of using solar power to operate their split system units, further reducing their environmental impact.

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