Hot Water in Latham, WA

Hot Water Systems in Latham

The 6616 postcode, covering Latham and surrounding areas, is home to around 24 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 Latham and the 6616 area, 7 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 Latham'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.

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Postcode 6616

342nd

State Wide

2426th

Australia Wide

Hot Water Installation Latham

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 Latham

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Community Hot Water Statistics - Latham, 6616

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Hot Water Demographics - Latham

Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census (ABS), Latham has around 24 private dwellings, home to approximately 32 people. With an average household size of 2.1 people, and around 50 litres of hot water used per person each day in Australia, Latham households use approximately 105 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 Latham's suitability for energy-saving improvements like energy-efficient or solar-powered hot water. The Latham community is home to couple families with children and one-parent families, meaning a large proportion of households face substantial hot water demand. With 7 homes owned with a mortgage and 4 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.

Latham is converting hot water demand to efficient systems faster than many peers, with 29.2% of dwellings already upgraded.

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Hot water systems in Latham

In Latham, more locals are rethinking their old gas and electric hot water system and moving to energy‑efficient options like a heat pump hot water system, solar hot water system and modern electric hot water system. With only 13 occupied dwellings and an average household size of around 2.1 people, most homes here are owner‑occupied and cost‑conscious, so upgrading to an energy efficient hot water system is a logical next step. Households in Latham typically have solid incomes and relatively low mortgages, which makes it easier to invest in long‑term savings and chase serious Annual Hot Water Energy Savings.

Latham’s climate is ideal for efficient hot water. The local weather station at Yarralla records an average annual solar exposure of about 20.3 MJ/m² per day – roughly 5.6 kWh/m²/day – which is excellent for both a solar hot water heating system and a high‑performance heat pump hot water system. That strong sunshine helps a solar hot water system deliver plenty of free energy, and also boosts the efficiency of heat pumps, which draw low‑cost heat from the air. For many homes, swapping from older gas or resistive electric to efficient hot water technology can cut hot water energy use by more than half.

Across postcode 6616 there are only 24 private dwellings in total, but there are already 7 efficient hot water systems installed, combining heat pump hot water installation and solar hot water installation. With most homes being three‑bedroom places, there is steady demand for reliable hot showers, laundry and kitchen use. In a typical Latham home, hot water can account for 20–30% of overall household energy, so choosing the most efficient hot water system makes a real dent in power bills. Popular brands in WA such as Rheem, Rinnai, Sanden and Thermann are all available locally, from rheem solar hot water and rheem heat pump hot water through to rinnai solar hot water, sanden heat pump units and other options that compete for the title of best heat pump hot water system or best hot water system Australia wide.

Average annual bill savings in Latham can look like this: • Replacing an old electric hot water system with a quality heat pump hot water system: save around $350–$650 per year. • Switching from gas to a heat pump hot water system: save roughly $250–$550 per year. • Going from gas to a solar hot water system: save about $300–$600 per year. • Upgrading an old electric to a modern electric hot water system paired with rooftop solar: save around $250–$500 per year.

Looking at recent installs, hotwaterData shows 7 efficient hot water systems have gone in across Latham, with early peaks in 2002, 2009 and again in 2016. While the yearly numbers are small, they clearly reflect growing local interest in electrification, lower running costs and moving towards the most efficient hot water system possible. As more residents add rooftop solar, pairing it with a heat pump hot water installation or solar hot water tank replacement becomes an obvious way to use daytime generation and reduce reliance on gas. Where needed, local specialists can also help with solar hot water repair, general hot water repair and new electric hot water installation when older units fail.

Hot Water Rebates, Tariffs & Savings

Across WA, there is strong interest in replacing old gas or electric hot water with efficient options like heat pumps, newer electric hot water systems or solar hot water in Latham. Homeowners can often access Australian Government incentives such as Small‑scale Technology Certificates (STCs), which effectively provide a solar hot water rebate or heat pump hot water rebate by reducing the upfront hot water system price or cost. On top of that, state‑based programs can offer additional support for heat pump hot water rebate schemes or an electric hot water system rebate when shifting away from gas. These discounts can trim the heat pump hot water price or cost or the solar hot water price or cost by a substantial percentage, and when combined with rooftop solar and smart timers or solar diversion, the payback period can shrink to just a few years. For many households, that means hundreds of dollars per year off energy bills while cutting emissions and improving comfort.

If you are weighing up heat pump vs solar hot water, or wondering about solar hot water vs electric hot water or electric hot water vs gas hot water, it is worth getting tailored advice. Every property in Latham is different, from roof space and water quality to existing wiring and tariffs, so a quick chat with local hot water WA specialists can clarify which energy efficient hot water system will suit you best.

If your current unit is more than 10 years old, running out of hot water or needing regular hot water repair, it is a good time to check if your Latham home is ready for a hot water upgrade. Whether you are considering rheem solar hot water, rinnai solar hot water, a sanden heat pump or another high‑efficiency option, working with experienced hot water installers like us helps you make the most of Latham’s sunshine and growing interest in sustainability. A well‑designed hot water WA solution can reduce bills, cut emissions and future‑proof your home. Connect with trusted local experts for personalised advice on hot water rebate WA options and the right system for your property today.

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