Hot Water in Henderson, WA

Hot Water Systems in Henderson

The 6166 postcode, covering Henderson, Lake Coogee, Coogee, Munster and Wattleup and surrounding areas, is home to around 4,118 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 Henderson and the 6166 area, 705 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 Henderson's climate delivering an average of 5.4 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 6166

92nd

State Wide

436th

Australia Wide

Hot Water Installation Henderson

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.

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Community Hot Water Statistics - Henderson, 6166

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Hot Water Demographics - Henderson

Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census (ABS), Henderson has around 4,118 private dwellings, home to approximately 10,100 people. With an average household size of 2.6 people, and around 50 litres of hot water used per person each day in Australia, Henderson households use approximately 130 litres of hot water daily, equating to a massive 0.5 million litres of hot water used across the suburb every single day.

Other census insights reinforce Henderson's suitability for energy-saving improvements like energy-efficient or solar-powered hot water. The Henderson community is home to 932 couple families with children and 161 one-parent families, meaning a large proportion of households face substantial hot water demand. With 1,681 homes owned with a mortgage and 1,572 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.

Henderson is converting hot water demand to efficient systems faster than many peers, with 17.1% of dwellings already upgraded.

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Hot water systems in Henderson

In Henderson, more homeowners and local businesses are rethinking their old gas and electric hot water systems and switching to energy‑efficient options. With most of the 3,888 dwellings in the 6166 postcode being separate houses and an average household size of 2.6 people, hot water demand is steady all year round. Power bills bite when you are paying off a median mortgage of around $2,167 a month, so upgrading to a modern hot water system that uses less energy is a logical next step.

Henderson’s coastal location is ideal for efficient hot water technology. The local weather station at Woodmans Point records an average annual solar exposure of about 19.3 MJ/m² per day, which is roughly 5.4 kWh/m² of sunshine daily. That strong sunlight helps a solar hot water system or heat pump hot water system perform at its best, slashing running costs compared with older electric hot water or gas units. For many families, the annual hot water energy savings from a well‑sized solar hot water heating system or heat pump can run into hundreds of dollars, especially when paired with rooftop solar.

Across 6166 there are 10,100 residents, many in family homes and a solid share of over‑65s who value reliability and lower bills. With 1,681 homes still paying off a mortgage and 557 rented dwellings, there is real interest in upgrades that offer a good balance of hot water system price, comfort and long‑term savings. Brands like Rheem, Rinnai, Sanden and Thermann are common choices in the area, from rheem solar hot water and rheem heat pump hot water through to rinnai solar hot water and premium sanden heat pump systems that are often considered among the best heat pump hot water system options in Australia.

In practical terms, Henderson households are comparing heat pump vs solar hot water, and solar hot water vs electric hot water, to find the most efficient hot water system for their needs. A modern heat pump hot water installation can cut energy use by up to two‑thirds compared with an old electric hot water system, while a quality solar hot water installation with a well‑sized solar hot water tank replacement can deliver similar savings if you have good roof space. A newer electric hot water system with timers or solar diversion can still make sense for some homes, especially when you factor in an electric hot water system rebate or low off‑peak tariffs.

For a typical 6166 household, realistic average annual bill savings look like this:

• Replacing an old electric hot water system with a heat pump hot water system: around $350–$700 per year. • Switching from gas to a heat pump hot water system: roughly $250–$600 per year. • Switching from gas to a solar hot water system: about $300–$650 per year. • Upgrading an old electric to a modern electric hot water system and using rooftop solar: around $200–$500 per year.

Local installers in Henderson see strong demand for energy efficient hot water system upgrades, especially where homes already have solar PV. Many are choosing well‑known solar hot water brands like chromagen solar hot water or rheem solar hot water, while others prefer advanced heat pump units such as sanden heat pump or thermann and thermann X for quiet, low‑running‑cost performance. For some properties, a robust electric hot water installation still suits best, particularly when comparing electric hot water vs gas hot water on maintenance and safety.

Recent installs in Henderson tell the story. There have been 705 efficient hot water systems installed in the postcode, combining heat pump and solar hot water installation projects. Installations climbed from just 8 systems in 2001 to peaks of over 50 in 2008, with steady activity in the 30–40 range across many years. Even in recent years, Henderson has seen consistent upgrades, with new systems going in every year from 2020 through to 2025. This long‑term trend shows growing local interest in electrification, lower running costs and more sustainable hot water WA wide.

Hot Water Rebates, Tariffs & Savings

Around Henderson, more households are now replacing tired gas or electric units with efficient options like heat pumps, solar hot water and smarter electric hot water systems. Federal incentives such as Small‑scale Technology Certificates (STCs) effectively act as an upfront solar hot water rebate or heat pump hot water rebate, cutting the solar hot water price or heat pump hot water price by a substantial amount. On top of that, WA schemes and retailer offers can operate like a hot water rebate wa, especially when you move away from gas and onto efficient electric.

Once installed, an efficient system often saves hundreds of dollars a year on bills, and payback periods can shorten dramatically when you combine rebates with using your own solar power. Smart controls, timers and solar‑diverter technology can push savings even further by running your hot water when sun is strongest, making your hot water system one of the most efficient appliances in the home.

If you live in Henderson and your current unit is old, noisy, running out of hot water or driving up your power bills, it is a good time to see whether a heat pump hot water system, solar hot water system or modern electric hot water system could be right for you. Working with experienced local hot water installers like us means you will get clear advice on the best hot water system Australia can offer for your home, including options for hot water installation, hot water repair, solar hot water repair and solar hot water tank replacement. With Henderson’s strong solar exposure and growing interest in sustainability, an efficient hot water upgrade can reduce bills, cut emissions and future‑proof your home. For tailored guidance on hot water systems Henderson wide, connect with trusted local experts and get personalised advice with us today.

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