Hot Water Systems in Buntine
The 6613 postcode, covering Buntine and surrounding areas, is home to around 16 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 Buntine and the 6613 area, 10 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 Buntine's climate delivering an average of 5.6 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 6613
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State Wide
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Australia Wide
Hot Water Installation Buntine
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 Buntine
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Community Hot Water Statistics - Buntine, 6613
Hot Water Demographics - Buntine
Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census (ABS), Buntine has around 16 private dwellings, home to approximately 45 people. With an average household size of 2.5 people, and around 50 litres of hot water used per person each day in Australia, Buntine households use approximately 125 litres of hot water daily, equating to a massive 0.0 million litres of hot water used across the suburb every single day.
Other census insights reinforce Buntine's suitability for energy-saving improvements like energy-efficient or solar-powered hot water. The Buntine community is home to 3 couple families with children and — one-parent families, meaning a large proportion of households face substantial hot water demand. With — homes owned with a mortgage and 12 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.
Buntine is converting hot water demand to efficient systems faster than many peers, with 62.5% of dwellings already upgraded.
Hot water systems in Buntine
In Buntine, hot water is something you simply need to work, day in and day out. With power prices climbing and many homes already thinking about going all‑electric, more locals are looking at upgrading to an energy efficient hot water system – whether that’s a heat pump hot water system, a solar hot water system or a modern electric hot water system that pairs well with rooftop solar.
Buntine’s sunshine makes it a great spot for efficient hot water. The local weather station records around 20.1 MJ/m² of solar exposure each day on average – roughly 5.6 kWh/m²/day – which is strong support for any solar hot water heating system or high‑efficiency heat pump. With only 16 dwellings and an average household size of about 2.5 people, most homes are family places or farmhouses that rely heavily on reliable hot water for showers, cleaning and day‑to‑day life. A solid share of homes are owned outright, and median household income is relatively strong for a small community, so upgrading from older gas or off‑peak electric units to the most efficient hot water system is a logical way to reduce running costs year after year.
In 6613, a typical three‑bedroom home will often see hot water using a big chunk of total energy. Swapping an old electric hot water system for a quality heat pump or solar hot water installation can dramatically cut that usage. Brands like Rheem and Rinnai are popular choices for both solar and efficient electric units, while Sanden heat pump and Thermann heat pump options are often picked by households chasing the best heat pump hot water system performance in Australia. When you compare heat pump vs solar hot water, your roof space, water use pattern and whether you already have solar power all come into play.
To give you a feel for the numbers, here are some typical annual bill savings when you combine the right hot water installation with Buntine’s strong sun:
• Old electric to heat pump hot water installation: about $350–$700 per year • Gas to heat pump hot water system: about $250–$600 per year • Gas to solar hot water installation: about $300–$650 per year • Old electric to modern electric hot water installation with rooftop solar: about $200–$500 per year
Across Buntine, there have been around 10 efficient hot water systems installed so far, combining both heat pump and solar hot water systems. Installations picked up in years like 2002, 2005 and 2014, with more recent upgrades in 2015, 2018, 2022 and even 2025 showing a steady trickle of locals moving towards electrification and lower running costs. Each new solar hot water system or heat pump hot water system adds to the community’s overall hot water energy savings and helps reduce reliance on bottled gas or older resistive units.
Hot Water Rebates, Tariffs & Savings
Right around WA, and in small towns like Buntine, there is growing interest in replacing old gas or electric hot water with efficient options like a heat pump hot water system, newer electric hot water system or a roof‑mounted solar hot water heating system. Federal incentives such as Small‑scale Technology Certificates (STCs) apply to eligible solar and heat pump systems, effectively acting as an upfront solar hot water rebate or heat pump hot water rebate that reduces the hot water system price. WA programs and occasional retailer offers can also work like an electric hot water system rebate when you choose more efficient models. Put together, these discounts can knock a substantial percentage off the heat pump hot water price or solar hot water price and shorten payback to just a few years, especially if you run the system on daytime solar or use timers and smart controls.
For many Buntine households, switching from electric hot water vs gas hot water to a modern energy efficient hot water system means hundreds of dollars a year off bills, less exposure to fuel price rises and lower emissions. Whether you are comparing solar hot water vs electric hot water, looking at Rheem solar hot water, Rinnai solar hot water, Chromagen solar hot water, Rheem heat pump hot water or a premium Sanden heat pump, it pays to get local advice on the right hot water system price, size and tariff, plus ongoing hot water repair and solar hot water repair support.
If your current unit is old, noisy or struggling, now is a smart time to check whether your Buntine home is ready for a hot water upgrade – from gas or tired electric to a heat pump or solar hot water system. Working with experienced hot water installers like us, who specialise in heat pump hot water installation, solar hot water tank replacement, electric hot water installation and hot water repair WA‑wide, helps you tap into Buntine’s excellent solar exposure, cut bills and future‑proof your home. For personalised advice on the best hot water system Australia can offer for your property, hot water rebate WA options and the most efficient hot water system for your needs, connect with our trusted local experts and get clear, practical recommendations tailored to Buntine.