Hot Water Systems in Frankston East
The 3199 postcode, covering Frankston East, Frankston, Frankston Heights, Frankston South, Karingal and Karingal Centre and surrounding areas, is home to around 23,644 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 Frankston East and the 3199 area, 741 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 Frankston East'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.
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Hot Water Installation Frankston East
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 Frankston East
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Community Hot Water Statistics - Frankston East, 3199
Hot Water Demographics - Frankston East
Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census (ABS), Frankston East has around 23,644 private dwellings, home to approximately 51,751 people. With an average household size of 2.4 people, and around 50 litres of hot water used per person each day in Australia, Frankston East households use approximately 120 litres of hot water daily, equating to a massive 2.8 million litres of hot water used across the suburb every single day.
Other census insights reinforce Frankston East's suitability for energy-saving improvements like energy-efficient or solar-powered hot water. The Frankston East community is home to 4,062 couple families with children and 1,474 one-parent families, meaning a large proportion of households face substantial hot water demand. With 7,807 homes owned with a mortgage and 6,382 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.
Frankston East is converting hot water demand to efficient systems faster than many peers, with 3.1% of dwellings already upgraded.
Hot water systems in Frankston East
Across Frankston East, more households are switching to energy efficient hot water systems to get on top of rising power bills and move away from gas. With an average household size of around 2.4 people and more than 22,000 dwellings across 3199, a reliable hot water system is essential, whether you are in a three‑bedroom family home or a smaller unit. Many homes still run 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.
Frankston East has solid solar exposure, with average annual sunlight of about 15.1 MJ/m² per day – roughly 4.2 kWh/m² – which is ideal for both a solar hot water heating system and high‑performance heat pump hot water. For families juggling a median mortgage of around $1,845 a month or rent of $350 a week, cutting the running cost of hot water can free up real money. Swapping an ageing gas or resistive unit for the most efficient hot water system you can afford can deliver substantial annual hot water energy savings without sacrificing comfort.
In 3199, detached homes dominate, and hot water demand is steady across couples, families and older residents. Many roofs already host solar PV, so pairing that with a solar hot water system or smart electric hot water installation makes sense. Local installers are seeing strong interest in heat pump vs solar hot water comparisons, as people weigh up upfront hot water system price against long‑term savings. Well‑known brands such as Rheem solar hot water, Rinnai solar hot water and Chromagen solar hot water are popular choices for a solar hot water installation, while premium heat pump options like Sanden heat pump and Rheem heat pump hot water are often chosen by homeowners chasing the best heat pump hot water system and very low running costs.
Typical upgrade savings in Frankston East look like this:
• Old electric to heat pump hot water system: save roughly $350–$700 per year on bills. • Gas to heat pump hot water: save around $250–$600 per year. • Gas to solar hot water system: save around $200–$500 per year. • Old electric to modern electric hot water with solar PV: save around $250–$550 per year.
There have already been 741 efficient hot water installations (solar and heat pump) recorded in the 3199 postcode, showing strong local appetite for electrification and lower running costs. Installations ramped up sharply from 2006, peaking around 2009–2011 with more than 90 systems a year, then steadying to consistent numbers through the 2010s. Recent years, including 2022–2024, show renewed interest as energy prices climb and more people look for an energy efficient hot water system that works with rooftop solar and off‑peak tariffs.
Hot Water Rebates, Tariffs & Savings
Around Frankston East, more homeowners are asking whether a heat pump hot water installation, solar hot water installation or efficient electric hot water installation will give the best balance of cost and comfort. Federal incentives like Small‑scale Technology Certificates (STCs) apply to eligible solar hot water systems and heat pump units, effectively reducing the solar hot water price or heat pump hot water price at the point of sale. On top of that, Victorian programmes can offer a solar hot water rebate or heat pump hot water rebate, and in some cases an electric hot water system rebate when replacing old, inefficient units. These hot water rebate VIC schemes can cut the upfront hot water system cost by a significant percentage, which shortens payback times to just a few years, especially if you are also using timers or solar diversion to run your system when your PV is generating. For many households, an efficient upgrade can trim hundreds of dollars a year from bills, particularly when you compare solar hot water vs electric hot water or electric hot water vs gas hot water on long‑term running costs.
Whether you need hot water installation for a renovation, hot water repair on a tired system, solar hot water repair, or a full solar hot water tank replacement, it pays to consider the total hot water system price / cost over its life. Quality brands like Rheem, Rinnai, Sanden and Chromagen are well represented locally, and many models are designed to be the best hot water system Australia can offer for different budgets and house types. A well‑sized energy efficient hot water system, installed by experienced local specialists, will help you get the most from your investment.
If you live in Frankston East and your current unit is old, noisy or expensive to run, this is a good time to check if your home is ready for a hot water upgrade. Talk with our trusted hot water VIC installers about moving from gas or an old electric unit to a modern heat pump or solar hot water system. With strong local solar, growing interest in sustainability and generous hot water rebate VIC options, an efficient system can cut bills, reduce emissions and future‑proof your home—reach out for personalised advice with us today.