Hot Water Systems in Raymond Terrace

The 2324 postcode, covering Raymond Terrace, Motto Farm, Wallaroo, Balickera, Brandy Hill, Bundabah, Carrington, Cells River, Eagleton, East Seaham, Hawks Nest, Heatherbrae, Karuah, Kings Hill, Limeburners Creek, Millers Forest, Nelsons Plains, North Arm Cove, Osterley, Pindimar, Raymond Terrace East, Seaham, Swan Bay, Tahlee, Tea Gardens and Twelve Mile Creek and surrounding areas, is home to around 11,534 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 Raymond Terrace and the 2324 area, 2,006 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 Raymond Terrace'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 2324

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State Wide

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Australia Wide

Hot Water Installation Raymond Terrace

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Community Hot Water Statistics - Raymond Terrace, 2324

Hot Water Demographics - Raymond Terrace

Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census (ABS), Raymond Terrace has around 11,534 private dwellings, home to approximately 23,533 people. With an average household size of 2.4 people, and around 50 litres of hot water used per person each day in Australia, Raymond Terrace households use approximately 120 litres of hot water daily, equating to a massive 1.4 million litres of hot water used across the suburb every single day.

Other census insights reinforce Raymond Terrace's suitability for energy-saving improvements like energy-efficient or solar-powered hot water. The Raymond Terrace community is home to 1,468 couple families with children and 731 one-parent families, meaning a large proportion of households face substantial hot water demand. With 2,831 homes owned with a mortgage and 3,695 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.

Raymond Terrace is converting hot water demand to efficient systems faster than many peers, with 17.4% of dwellings already upgraded.

Hot water systems in Raymond Terrace

Across Raymond Terrace and the wider 2324 area, more households are swapping old gas and electric units for an energy efficient hot water system. With around 9,800 occupied dwellings, an average household size of 2.4 people and a median household income of about $1,254 a week, hot water bills make a real difference to the family budget. Upgrading to a modern heat pump hot water system, solar hot water system or efficient electric hot water system is a simple way to cut running costs without sacrificing comfort.

Raymond Terrace enjoys strong sun, with mean daily solar exposure of about 16.8 MJ/m² – roughly 4.7 kWh per square metre per day. That level of sunshine is ideal for a solar hot water heating system or a high quality heat pump hot water installation, especially for the many separate houses in the area. For owner occupiers – more than 6,500 homes are either owned outright or with a mortgage – shifting from older gas or resistive electric units to the most efficient hot water system can deliver solid Annual Hot Water Energy Savings and help future‑proof the home.

In 2324, most homes are three or four bedroom houses, so hot water demand is steady, particularly for families and retirees. Hot water typically accounts for 20–30% of household energy use, so choosing the best hot water system Australia has for your needs really matters. Locally, we see a mix of systems: traditional electric hot water installation, newer heat pump hot water systems from brands like Sanden and Rheem heat pump hot water, plus solar hot water installation using trusted names such as Rheem solar hot water, Rinnai solar hot water and Chromagen solar hot water. Many households pair an existing rooftop solar array with an energy efficient hot water system, using timers or solar diversion to maximise daytime self‑consumption.

Average annual bill savings in Raymond Terrace can look like: • Old electric to heat pump hot water system: $350–$700 per year • Gas to heat pump hot water system: $250–$600 per year • Gas to solar hot water system: $250–$550 per year • Old electric to modern electric hot water system with solar: $200–$450 per year

There have already been 2,006 efficient hot water installations (heat pump and solar) recorded in the 2324 postcode. Installations jumped sharply around 2009–2011, with more than 800 systems installed in those three years alone, and there has been a steady stream of upgrades every year since. This long‑term trend shows growing local interest in electrification, lower running costs and cleaner hot water NSW wide, with Raymond Terrace households leading the way.

Many residents are now asking about heat pump vs solar hot water, solar hot water vs electric hot water and electric hot water vs gas hot water when planning a hot water installation or hot water repair. The good news is that a range of incentives can bring the hot water system price down. Federal Small‑scale Technology Certificates (STCs) apply to eligible solar hot water systems and heat pump hot water systems, effectively acting as an upfront discount. On top of that, state‑based solar hot water rebate and heat pump hot water rebate programs, plus occasional electric hot water system rebate offers, can cut the heat pump hot water price or solar hot water price by a substantial percentage for eligible Raymond Terrace homeowners. With the right support, many households see payback times shrink to just a few years, especially when they use timers or solar‑diversion controls.

If your current unit is ageing, noisy or you are facing a solar hot water tank replacement or recurring solar hot water repair, it is a smart time to consider an upgrade. Whether you are comparing the best heat pump hot water system options, looking at an all‑electric hot water NSW setup, or weighing up a straightforward electric hot water installation, working with experienced local specialists helps you get the right system, tariff and controls for your home. With strong local sunshine, solid rebate support and a clear shift towards sustainability, Raymond Terrace is well placed to cut bills, reduce emissions and enjoy reliable hot water for years to come. If you would like personalised advice on hot water repair, solar hot water repair, or a new system that suits your budget and lifestyle, connect with our trusted local experts and find out which hot water rebate nsw options you may be eligible for today.