Hot Water Systems in Broadmeadows
The 3047 postcode, covering Broadmeadows, Dallas and Jacana and surrounding areas, is home to around 7,205 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 Broadmeadows and the 3047 area, 445 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 Broadmeadows's climate delivering an average of 4.2 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 3047
176th
State Wide
622nd
Australia Wide
Hot Water Installation Broadmeadows
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 Broadmeadows
* Data from the Bureau of Meteorology. Closest station: N/A.
Solar Powered Hot WaterBroadmeadows
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 Broadmeadows
Compare heat pump hot water systems suitable for Broadmeadows'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 - Broadmeadows, 3047
Hot Water Demographics - Broadmeadows
Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census (ABS), Broadmeadows has around 7,205 private dwellings, home to approximately 19,445 people. With an average household size of 3 people, and around 50 litres of hot water used per person each day in Australia, Broadmeadows households use approximately 150 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 Broadmeadows's suitability for energy-saving improvements like energy-efficient or solar-powered hot water. The Broadmeadows community is home to 1,628 couple families with children and 487 one-parent families, meaning a large proportion of households face substantial hot water demand. With 1,838 homes owned with a mortgage and 1,631 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.
Broadmeadows is converting hot water demand to efficient systems faster than many peers, with 6.2% of dwellings already upgraded.
Hot water systems in Broadmeadows
In Broadmeadows, more households are rethinking their hot water system as power prices rise and families look for smarter, cleaner options. With an average household size of around three people and more than 6,500 dwellings, reliable and energy efficient hot water is a big deal for local families and businesses. Many homes are still on older gas or electric hot water, so upgrading to a modern heat pump hot water system, solar hot water system or efficient electric hot water system is a logical next step to cut bills and future‑proof your place.
Broadmeadows gets solid year‑round sunshine, with Essendon Airport recording about 15 MJ/m² of solar exposure a day on average – roughly 4.2 kWh/m². That level of sun is ideal for a solar hot water heating system or a high‑efficiency heat pump hot water installation, especially when paired with rooftop solar. In a suburb where the median household income is around $1,159 a week and many homes are owned with a mortgage or rented, shifting from gas to the most efficient hot water system you can afford can free up real money in the budget while lowering emissions.
Across the 3047 postcode, separate houses make up most of the 7,205 dwellings, with a good number of townhouses and low‑rise units. That mix means there is strong demand for compact, quiet systems like Sanden heat pump units for families, as well as roof‑mounted options such as Rheem solar hot water or Chromagen solar hot water on larger blocks. Rinnai solar hot water and Rheem heat pump hot water also appear regularly in local upgrades where owners want trusted brands and solid warranties.
Typical annual bill savings for Broadmeadows homes moving to efficient hot water look like this:
• Old electric to heat pump hot water system: save roughly $400–$800 per year. • Gas to heat pump hot water system: save around $300–$600 per year. • Gas to solar hot water system: save about $250–$550 per year. • Old electric to modern electric hot water installation with good solar: save $250–$500 per year.
Since 2004, there have been 445 efficient hot water installations in Broadmeadows, combining heat pump and solar hot water installation projects. Install numbers jumped in 2008 with more than 50 systems going in, then stayed steady through the 2010s, with strong years again in 2013, 2014, 2018 and 2019. Even in recent years, with 2020–2023 each seeing around 15–24 installs, the trend shows steady local interest in electrification, lower running costs and cleaner hot water VIC wide. Each new solar hot water tank replacement or heat pump upgrade helps lift the share of homes using an energy efficient hot water system instead of old gas storage.
Hot Water Rebates, Tariffs & Savings
Right now, many Broadmeadows owners are weighing up heat pump vs solar hot water, or solar hot water vs electric hot water, as they look to move away from gas. The Australian Government’s Small‑scale Technology Certificates (STCs) apply to eligible solar hot water systems and heat pump hot water installation, effectively acting as an upfront discount off the solar hot water price / cost or heat pump hot water price / cost. On top of that, state‑based schemes in Victoria can offer a heat pump hot water rebate, solar hot water rebate or electric hot water system rebate when you replace an old gas or resistive electric unit. Together, these hot water rebate VIC programs can slice a substantial percentage off the sticker price and shorten payback times to just a few years, especially if you run the system on a solar‑friendly tariff or use timers and solar diversion.
For many Broadmeadows homes, the best hot water system Australia offers will be an all‑electric option: either the best heat pump hot water system you can afford, or a well‑sized solar hot water system backed by a reliable electric booster. When you compare electric hot water vs gas hot water on running costs, efficient electric usually wins once rebates and solar are factored in. Upfront hot water system price / cost matters, but so do long‑term bills and maintenance; that is where quality brands like Rheem, Rinnai, Sanden and Chromagen can be worth the investment, along with proper hot water installation and hot water repair support.
If your current unit is older, noisy or struggling, it is a good time to check whether your Broadmeadows home is ready for a hot water upgrade. Whether you are considering a solar hot water repair and tank replacement, a fresh heat pump hot water installation, or a straightforward electric hot water installation to work with rooftop solar, experienced local hot water VIC installers can help you compare options. With growing interest in sustainability, hot water rebate VIC programs and the push away from gas, efficient hot water systems are a smart way to cut bills, reduce emissions and future‑proof your home. Connect with trusted local experts for personalised advice with us and find the right solution for your family and budget.