Hot Water Systems in Point Talburpin

The 4165 postcode, covering Point Talburpin, Point Halloran, Mount Cotton, Redland Bay, Victoria Point and Victoria Point West and surrounding areas, is home to around 14,583 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 Point Talburpin and the 4165 area, 3,017 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 Point Talburpin's climate delivering an average of 5.3 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 4165

9^th

State Wide

55^th

Australia Wide

Hot Water Installation Point Talburpin

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 Point Talburpin

* Data from the Bureau of Meteorology. Closest station: N/A.

Solar Powered Hot WaterPoint Talburpin

Illustrates how a typical 6.6 kW rooftop solar system can offset the daytime energy demand of a COP 5 heat pump hot water unit.

Want Solar Finance Options?

Compare lenders and get tailored loan offers.

Heat Pump Hot Water Systems for Point Talburpin

Compare heat pump hot water systems suitable for Point Talburpin's climate. These energy-efficient systems are designed to work in local temperature conditions and can significantly reduce your hot water energy costs.

Community Hot Water Statistics - Point Talburpin, 4165

Hot Water Demographics - Point Talburpin

Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census (ABS), Point Talburpin has around 14,583 private dwellings, home to approximately 37,687 people. With an average household size of 2.7 people, and around 50 litres of hot water used per person each day in Australia, Point Talburpin households use approximately 135 litres of hot water daily, equating to a massive 2.0 million litres of hot water used across the suburb every single day.

Other census insights reinforce Point Talburpin's suitability for energy-saving improvements like energy-efficient or solar-powered hot water. The Point Talburpin community is home to 3,489 couple families with children and 756 one-parent families, meaning a large proportion of households face substantial hot water demand. With 6,085 homes owned with a mortgage and 4,291 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.

Point Talburpin is converting hot water demand to efficient systems faster than many peers, with 20.7% of dwellings already upgraded.

Hot water systems in Point Talburpin

In Point Talburpin, more locals are swapping old gas and ageing electric units for an energy efficient hot water system that actually suits our lifestyle and climate. With an average household size of around 2.7 people and more than 13,000 occupied dwellings across 4165, reliable hot water is non‑negotiable. At the same time, rising power prices and a median household income just under $2,000 a week mean families are looking for smarter ways to save without sacrificing comfort.

Upgrading to a modern heat pump hot water system, solar hot water system or efficient electric hot water system is the logical next step after rooftop solar or basic efficiency upgrades. Point Talburpin’s strong sunshine helps here: the local weather station at Redland Bay records mean daily solar exposure of about 18.9 MJ/m², roughly 5.25 kWh/m² per day. That is ideal for a solar hot water heating system and also boosts the performance of a quality heat pump hot water system, which pulls free heat from the air. For many homeowners who own outright or are paying off a mortgage, replacing an old gas unit is one of the easiest ways to cut bills for the long term.

Across 4165 there have already been 3,017 efficient hot water installations, combining solar hot water installation and heat pump hot water installation. Install numbers climbed steadily through the late 2000s, peaking around 2010–2011, and there is still consistent demand each year as systems reach the end of their life and people look to electrify and lower running costs. That local track record shows growing confidence in technologies like heat pump hot water vs solar hot water, and in brands such as Rheem, Rinnai, Sanden and Thermann as reliable options for the best hot water system Australia can offer in our coastal climate.

For a typical Point Talburpin home, hot water can be one of the biggest single energy users. Swapping to an energy efficient hot water system can deliver meaningful savings:

• Old electric to heat pump hot water system: save roughly $350–$700 per year on bills. • Gas to heat pump: often $250–$600 per year, plus no gas supply charge. • Gas to solar hot water system: around $200–$500 per year depending on usage. • Old electric to modern electric hot water system using rooftop solar: $200–$500 per year when paired with timers or solar diversion.

Locally, you will see a mix of solutions: Rheem solar hot water and Chromagen solar hot water on family homes, Sanden heat pump units on all‑electric homes chasing the most efficient hot water system, and Rinnai solar hot water or Rheem heat pump hot water as dependable, mid‑range choices. Many households also consider solar hot water vs electric hot water, or electric hot water vs gas hot water, to balance upfront hot water system price or cost with long‑term savings.

The good news for Point Talburpin residents is that hot water rebate qld programs and federal incentives can take a serious bite out of the heat pump hot water price or cost or solar hot water price or cost. Eligible systems can create Small‑scale Technology Certificates (STCs), and QLD schemes often add a specific heat pump hot water rebate or solar hot water rebate for approved models. There may also be an electric hot water system rebate when replacing old, inefficient units. Together, these discounts can trim the system cost by a substantial percentage and shorten payback to just a few years, especially if you run your unit during solar hours or use a smart timer. For many homes in 4165, that means hundreds of dollars off annual bills while cutting emissions.

Whether you need hot water repair on an older tank, a solar hot water tank replacement, electric hot water installation for a renovation, or full solar hot water repair and upgrade, it pays to get local advice. If you are in Point Talburpin and wondering if a heat pump hot water installation, solar hot water heating system or efficient electric hot water installation is right for you, now is a great time to check your options. Talk with experienced hot water qld specialists who understand our climate, tariffs and rebates. With the right system and installer, you can reduce bills, cut gas, future‑proof your home and enjoy reliable hot water all year round—reach out to trusted local experts for personalised advice with us.

Nearby Suburbs

Point Halloran Point Talburpin Mount Cotton Redland Bay Victoria Point Victoria Point West