Hot Water in Ashfield, WA

Hot Water Systems in Ashfield

The 6054 postcode, covering Ashfield, Bassendean Dc, Bassendean, Eden Hill, Kiara and Lockridge and surrounding areas, is home to around 9,005 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 Ashfield and the 6054 area, 1,516 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 Ashfield'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.

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Postcode 6054

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Hot Water Installation Ashfield

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 Ashfield

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Community Hot Water Statistics - Ashfield, 6054

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Hot Water Demographics - Ashfield

Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census (ABS), Ashfield has around 9,005 private dwellings, home to approximately 19,616 people. With an average household size of 2.4 people, and around 50 litres of hot water used per person each day in Australia, Ashfield households use approximately 120 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 Ashfield's suitability for energy-saving improvements like energy-efficient or solar-powered hot water. The Ashfield community is home to 1,601 couple families with children and 511 one-parent families, meaning a large proportion of households face substantial hot water demand. With 3,376 homes owned with a mortgage and 2,458 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.

Ashfield is converting hot water demand to efficient systems faster than many peers, with 16.8% of dwellings already upgraded.

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Hot water systems in Ashfield

Across Ashfield 6054, more households are switching from old gas and electric units to a modern hot water system that is cheaper to run and easier on the environment. With an average household size of around 2.4 people and more than 8,300 occupied dwellings in the postcode, reliable hot water is essential for busy families and downsizers alike. At the same time, power prices keep nudging upwards, so looking at a heat pump hot water system, a solar hot water system or an efficient electric hot water system is becoming a logical next step.

Ashfield and the surrounding suburbs enjoy strong sunshine, with Perth Airport’s long‑term average solar exposure sitting at about 19.1 MJ/m² per day – roughly 5.3 kWh/m²/day. That level of sun is ideal for a solar hot water heating system and also helps a heat pump hot water system run more efficiently, especially if it is paired with rooftop solar. With many homes owned outright or with a mortgage, and a median household income of around $1,600 a week, plenty of Ashfield homeowners are in a good position to plan a hot water upgrade that cuts running costs for years to come.

In Ashfield 6054, separate houses dominate, and three‑bedroom homes are the most common, so hot water demand is steady rather than extreme. That makes options like Rheem solar hot water, Rinnai solar hot water, Sanden heat pump systems and Chromagen solar hot water particularly attractive, because they are sized well for typical family and couple households. For many locals, the choice comes down to heat pump vs solar hot water, or even solar hot water vs electric hot water if they are planning an all‑electric home. When comparing any hot water system price or cost, it is worth weighing up the lower bills from an energy efficient hot water system against the upfront investment.

To give a feel for savings, here are realistic annual bill reductions many Ashfield households see when they combine smart hot water installation choices with good tariffs and, where possible, rooftop solar:

• Old electric to heat pump hot water system: save roughly $350–$700 per year. • Gas storage to heat pump hot water: save around $250–$550 per year. • Gas storage to solar hot water system: save about $300–$600 per year. • Old electric to modern electric hot water installation with solar: save around $200–$450 per year.

Since 2001, there have been about 1,516 efficient hot water installations (heat pump and solar) recorded across the 6054 postcode. Install numbers grew steadily through the 2000s, peaking around 2010 with more than 100 systems in a single year, and have remained solid since, with 40–100 installs most years and ongoing activity right through to 2025. This trend shows that more Ashfield residents are moving away from older gas and resistive electric units towards efficient hot water technology that supports lower running costs and household electrification.

Hot Water Rebates, Tariffs & Savings

There is strong interest in Ashfield in replacing ageing gas or electric units with efficient options such as a heat pump hot water system, a modern electric hot water system or a solar hot water heating system. Federal incentives like Small‑scale Technology Certificates (STCs) apply to eligible systems, effectively acting as an upfront discount off your heat pump hot water price or cost, or your solar hot water price or cost. On top of that, WA homeowners may be able to access state‑based schemes or retailer offers that function as a solar hot water rebate, heat pump hot water rebate or even an electric hot water system rebate in some programs. Combined, these can reduce the installed cost by a substantial percentage and shorten payback times to just a few years, especially if you run the system on a timer or use solar diversion so it heats mainly when your rooftop solar is generating.

For many households, switching from gas to an energy efficient hot water system also simplifies the decision around electric hot water vs gas hot water, particularly if you are trying to reduce emissions and future‑proof your home. Choosing from the best hot water system Australia has to offer – such as a Sanden heat pump, Rheem heat pump hot water or quality solar brands – means you can enjoy reliable performance, strong warranties and easier hot water repair or solar hot water repair support when needed. If your existing solar hot water tank replacement is overdue, it can be the perfect time to reassess options and choose the most efficient hot water system for your needs.

If you are in Ashfield WA and wondering whether a heat pump hot water installation, solar hot water installation or electric hot water installation is right for you, now is a good time to take a closer look. With solid local solar conditions, growing interest in sustainability, and generous hot water rebate WA incentives reducing upfront costs, efficient hot water systems can cut your bills, lower emissions and make your home more comfortable. To find the best heat pump hot water system or hot water systems Ashfield can offer for your situation, it pays to speak with experienced local hot water installers who understand both the technology and local tariffs. Connect with trusted specialists for personalised advice on hot water WA options, hot water repair, and tailored upgrades that suit your home and budget.

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