Hot Water Systems in Broke
The 2330 postcode, covering Broke, Glendonbrook, Singleton Dc, Appletree Flat, Big Ridge, Big Yengo, Bowmans Creek, Bridgman, Bulga, Camberwell, Carrowbrook, Clydesdale, Combo, Darlington, Doyles Creek, Dunolly, Dural, Dyrring, Falbrook, Fern Gully, Fordwich, Garland Valley, Glendon, Glendon Brook, Glennies Creek, Glenridding, Goorangoola, Gouldsville, Gowrie, Greenlands, Hambledon Hill, Hebden, Howes Valley, Howick, Hunterview, Jerrys Plains, Lemington, Long Point, Maison Dieu, Mcdougalls Hill, Middle Falbrook, Milbrodale, Mirannie, Mitchells Flat, Mount Olive, Mount Royal, Mount Thorley, Obanvale, Putty, Ravensworth, Redbournberry, Reedy Creek, Rixs Creek, Roughit, Scotts Flat, Sedgefield, Singleton, Singleton Heights, St Clair, Warkworth, Wattle Ponds, Westbrook, Whittingham, Wollemi and Wylies Flat and surrounding areas, is home to around 8,315 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 Broke and the 2330 area, 1,261 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 Broke's climate delivering an average of 4.6 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.
Hot Water Ranking
Postcode 2330
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State Wide
221st
Australia Wide
Hot Water Installation Broke
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 Broke
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Community Hot Water Statistics - Broke, 2330
Hot Water Demographics - Broke
Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census (ABS), Broke has around 8,315 private dwellings, home to approximately 20,063 people. With an average household size of 2.6 people, and around 50 litres of hot water used per person each day in Australia, Broke households use approximately 130 litres of hot water daily, equating to a massive 1.1 million litres of hot water used across the suburb every single day.
Other census insights reinforce Broke's suitability for energy-saving improvements like energy-efficient or solar-powered hot water. The Broke community is home to 1,837 couple families with children and 516 one-parent families, meaning a large proportion of households face substantial hot water demand. With 3,001 homes owned with a mortgage and 2,355 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.
Broke is converting hot water demand to efficient systems faster than many peers, with 15.2% of dwellings already upgraded.
Hot water systems in Broke
In Broke, hot water is a big slice of the power bill, so more locals are shifting from old gas and ageing electric units to modern, energy efficient hot water systems. With an average household size of around 2.6 people and most homes being separate houses, a reliable hot water system is essential for busy families and tradies alike. Many households are already paying off a mortgage and watching energy costs closely, so upgrading to a heat pump hot water system, solar hot water system or efficient electric hot water system is a logical next step.
Broke’s sunshine is a real advantage. The local weather station records mean daily solar exposure of about 16.7 MJ/m², which works out to roughly 4.6 kWh/m² per day across the year. That level of sun gives a strong foundation for a solar hot water heating system or a high performance heat pump hot water installation, especially when paired with rooftop solar. When you swap out older gas or resistive electric units, annual hot water energy savings can easily reach hundreds of dollars for a typical Broke household.
Across the 2330 postcode there are more than 7,600 occupied private dwellings, most of them standalone homes with good roof space and easy access for hot water installation and hot water repair work. Families and owner occupiers dominate the area, which means long term thinking about running costs, comfort and property value. Hot water energy use can be one of the biggest single loads in a home, so choosing the most efficient hot water system you can afford makes a noticeable dent in overall bills.
When people in Broke compare heat pump vs solar hot water, they are usually weighing upfront hot water system price, roof orientation, and whether they already have solar PV. Quality brands like Rheem heat pump hot water systems and Sanden heat pump units are popular for low running costs, while Rheem solar hot water and Chromagen solar hot water systems are common choices for a roof mounted solar hot water installation. Rinnai solar hot water also appears on many homes wanting a proven, energy efficient hot water system. For those staying with electric, a modern electric hot water installation can still be a smart move, especially when timed to run on solar or off-peak tariffs.
Typical bill savings for Broke homes upgrading their hot water look like:
• Old electric to heat pump hot water system: save roughly $350–$700 per year. • Gas to heat pump hot water: save around $250–$600 per year. • Gas to solar hot water system: save roughly $250–$550 per year. • Old electric to new electric hot water system with solar: save around $200–$500 per year.
In the 2330 area there have already been 1,261 efficient hot water systems installed, including both heat pump and solar hot water. Installations ramped up strongly from 2009 to 2011, with peak years seeing more than 150 systems go in, and there has been steady ongoing interest through to 2024 and 2025. This long term trend shows Broke households are increasingly focused on electrification, lower running costs and moving towards the best hot water system Australia can offer for their budget.
Hot Water Rebates, Tariffs & Savings
Around Broke, more people are asking whether to choose a heat pump hot water system, a solar hot water vs electric hot water upgrade, or an all-electric hot water system to get away from gas. The good news is that a range of incentives can bring the heat pump hot water price or solar hot water price down to something very competitive with a standard replacement. Federal Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) apply to eligible systems, effectively creating a solar hot water rebate or heat pump hot water rebate that cuts the upfront hot water system cost. On top of that, NSW programs and occasional electric hot water system rebate offers can further reduce the final bill for hot water NSW homeowners.
For many Broke households, these hot water rebate NSW incentives can slice a substantial percentage off the installed price, turning a premium heat pump or solar system into a surprisingly affordable option. Once installed, it is common to see hundreds of dollars a year shaved off power bills, and the payback period can be significantly shortened when you combine rebates with rooftop solar and smart controls. Using timers or solar-diversion technology to run a heat pump or electric hot water system during sunny hours makes an already efficient hot water system even cheaper to run.
If you live in Broke and your existing unit is older, noisy, leaking or still running on gas, now is a smart time to look at a hot water upgrade. Whether you are weighing electric hot water vs gas hot water, comparing the best heat pump hot water system options, or planning a solar hot water tank replacement, experienced local installers can help you choose the right setup for your home. With Broke’s strong solar resource and growing interest in sustainability, efficient hot water systems are a simple way to cut bills, reduce emissions and future proof your property. To find out what will work best at your place, connect with trusted local hot water specialists for personalised advice and quotes tailored to Broke and the wider 2330 area.