Hot Water Systems in Tharwa
The 2620 postcode, covering Tharwa, Burbong, Kowen, Paddys River, Queanbeyan Dc, Williamsdale, Beard, Burra, Carwoola, Clear Range, Crestwood, Dodsworth, Environa, Googong, Greenleigh, Gundaroo, Hume, Karabar, Kowen Forest, Letchworth, Michelago, Oaks Estate, Queanbeyan, Queanbeyan East, Queanbeyan West, Ridgeway, Royalla, Sutton, The Angle, The Ridgeway, Tinderry, Top Naas, Tralee, Urila, Wamboin, Williamsdale and Yarrow and surrounding areas, is home to around 18,057 households. With many households already generating their own clean solar power, many are now looking at how they can make their entire home energy system more efficient, with hot water heating often the logical next step.
With hot water roughly accounting for a quarter of the average home's energy use, switching to an energy-efficient hot water system is one of the biggest opportunities for savings. Across Tharwa and the 2620 area, 1,209 homeowners have already switched from older electric storage and gas hot water systems to solar hot water or air-source heat pump systems that draw on clean, renewable power while also claiming the hot water rebates to reduce their hot water heater system cost. These highly-efficient systems not only help cut energy bills but also reduce carbon emissions and improve overall energy independence.
With Tharwa's climate delivering an average of 4.7 kWh/m² per day, conditions are ideal for hot water systems and hybrid heat pump systems that harness both sunlight and ambient air temperature to heat water efficiently all year round. When paired with existing rooftop solar power or solar batteries, the result is hot water that costs far less to run and is powered by clean, self-generated energy.
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Postcode 2620
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Hot Water Installation Tharwa
Estimated daily energy to heat household water, comparing a resistive electric element with a high-efficiency heat pump. Demand shifts month-to-month using local climate patterns.
Energy Efficient Hot Water & Solar Power Tharwa
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Community Hot Water Statistics - Tharwa, 2620
Hot Water Demographics - Tharwa
Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census (ABS), Tharwa has around 18,057 private dwellings, home to approximately 42,192 people. With an average household size of 2.5 people, and around 50 litres of hot water used per person each day in Australia, Tharwa households use approximately 125 litres of hot water daily, equating to a massive 2.3 million litres of hot water used across the suburb every single day.
Other census insights reinforce Tharwa's suitability for energy-saving improvements like energy-efficient or solar-powered hot water. The Tharwa community is home to 3,955 couple families with children and 947 one-parent families, meaning a large proportion of households face substantial hot water demand. With 7,035 homes owned with a mortgage and 4,249 owned outright, many residents also have the homeownership and growing equity that make switching to efficient hot water systems a practical way to lower expenses.
Tharwa is converting hot water demand to efficient systems faster than many peers, with 6.7% of dwellings already upgraded.
Hot water systems in Tharwa
Across Tharwa and the wider 2620 area, more households are swapping old gas and power‑hungry units for an energy efficient hot water system that actually keeps bills under control. With an average household size of around 2.5 people and a high share of separate houses, hot water demand is steady, especially for busy families and long‑term owner‑occupiers paying a median mortgage of over $2,100 a month. Upgrading from an older gas or electric hot water system to a modern heat pump hot water system, solar hot water system or efficient electric hot water system is a simple way to trim running costs without sacrificing comfort.
Tharwa’s sunny climate helps too. The local weather station records mean daily solar exposure of about 17 MJ/m², which is roughly 4.7 kWh of solar energy per square metre each day across the year. That strong sunlight is ideal for a solar hot water heating system or a high‑performance heat pump hot water system that uses ambient air to heat your tank. For many homes, hot water can be one of the biggest single energy users, so the annual hot water energy savings from an efficient upgrade can be substantial – often hundreds of dollars a year – especially when you pair it with rooftop solar.
In the 2620 postcode, there’s a mix of separate houses and townhouses, so system sizing matters. A typical family in Tharwa might look at 250–315L for a heat pump hot water installation or solar hot water installation, while a couple in a smaller dwelling may be comfortable with a more compact tank. Locals are increasingly comparing heat pump vs solar hot water and even solar hot water vs electric hot water to work out the most efficient hot water system for their roof space, budget and tariff. Well‑known brands like Rheem heat pump hot water, Sanden heat pump units, and solar options from Rheem solar hot water and Rinnai solar hot water are common choices for reliable, energy efficient hot water system upgrades.
Here are typical annual bill savings some Tharwa households see when they switch:
• Old electric to heat pump hot water system: save around $400–$900 per year. • Gas to heat pump hot water: save roughly $300–$700 per year. • Gas to solar hot water system: save about $250–$650 per year. • Old electric to modern electric hot water installation with solar: save around $300–$800 per year.
Across Tharwa and the broader 2620 area, there have already been 1,209 efficient hot water systems installed, including both heat pump and solar hot water systems. Installations ramped up strongly around 2008–2011, peaking in 2009 with 200 installs in a single year as incentives and rising power prices pushed people towards electrification. While yearly numbers have eased back more recently, there is still steady heat pump hot water installation and solar hot water tank replacement work happening as older systems reach the end of their life and households look for the best hot water system Australia can offer for their needs.
Hot Water Rebates, Tariffs & Savings
For Tharwa homeowners weighing up electric hot water vs gas hot water, the growing range of rebates makes going efficient more attractive than ever. Australian Federal Government incentives, such as Small‑scale Technology Certificates (STCs), apply to eligible heat pump and solar hot water installation projects, effectively reducing the solar hot water price / cost or heat pump hot water price / cost at the point of sale. On top of that, ACT‑based schemes can offer a heat pump hot water rebate or solar hot water rebate, and in some cases an electric hot water system rebate when moving away from gas. Combined, these hot water rebate ACT programs can cut the upfront hot water system price / cost by a significant percentage and shorten the payback period to just a few years. Once installed, using timers or solar‑diversion to run your electric hot water system when your PV is generating can further boost savings and make your setup one of the most efficient hot water system options available.
Whether you need hot water installation for a new build, hot water repair on a tired unit, or full solar hot water repair and solar hot water tank replacement, it pays to think long term. Modern options mean you can enjoy reliable hot water ACT‑wide while cutting emissions and shielding yourself from rising gas prices.
If you live in Tharwa and your current unit is older, noisy or driving big bills, now is a smart time to check if your home is ready for a hot water upgrade. Talk with experienced hot water installers like us who specialise in heat pump and solar hot water systems, as well as efficient electric hot water installation and hot water repair. With Tharwa’s strong solar resource and growing interest in sustainability, the right energy efficient hot water system can reduce running costs, cut your carbon footprint and future‑proof your home. Connect with trusted local experts for personalised advice and find the best heat pump hot water system or solar hot water heating system for your place.