Hot Water Systems in Manmanning
The 6465 postcode, covering Manmanning and surrounding areas, is home to around 33 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 Manmanning and the 6465 area, 2 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 Manmanning's climate delivering an average of 5.5 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 6465
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State Wide
2596th
Australia Wide
Hot Water Installation Manmanning
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Community Hot Water Statistics - Manmanning, 6465
Hot Water Demographics - Manmanning
Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census (ABS), Manmanning has around 33 private dwellings, home to approximately 31 people. With an average household size of 1.7 people, and around 50 litres of hot water used per person each day in Australia, Manmanning households use approximately 85 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 Manmanning's suitability for energy-saving improvements like energy-efficient or solar-powered hot water. The Manmanning community is home to — 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 15 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.
Manmanning is converting hot water demand to efficient systems faster than many peers, with 6.1% of dwellings already upgraded.
Hot water systems in Manmanning
In Manmanning, more locals are looking at upgrading to an energy efficient hot water system rather than sticking with old gas or ageing electric units. With small households (an average household size of just 1.7 people) and many homes owned outright, it makes sense for residents to future‑proof their properties with reliable, low‑running‑cost hot water. Swapping from older gas or electric to a modern heat pump hot water system, solar hot water system or efficient electric hot water system can deliver solid annual hot water energy savings for Manmanning homeowners.
The local climate is ideal for efficient hot water. Manmanning enjoys strong sunshine, with mean daily solar exposure around 19.8 MJ/m² annually – roughly 5.5 kWh/m² per day – which is great for both a solar hot water heating system and high‑performance heat pump hot water. With 22 occupied private dwellings and a median household income of $1,187 per week, keeping power bills down matters, especially for the many over‑65s who want predictable running costs and dependable hot water.
Across postcode 6465, most homes are separate houses, many three or four bedrooms, so hot water demand can still be decent even with smaller households. Hot water can be one of the bigger energy users in a home, so choosing the most efficient hot water system you can afford is important. Modern options like Rheem heat pump hot water, Sanden heat pump units, Rheem solar hot water, Chromagen solar hot water or quality Rinnai solar hot water systems are popular choices when people compare the best hot water system Australia‑wide for regional areas. Locals are also weighing up electric hot water vs gas hot water, and solar hot water vs electric hot water, to find the right balance of upfront hot water system price and long‑term savings.
Recent installations in Manmanning show this interest is more than just talk. There have been 2 efficient hot water installations (heat pump and solar) recorded in postcode 6465, with the first in 2015 and another in 2025. While the numbers are modest, they reflect a growing awareness of electrification, lower running costs and the benefits of pairing a heat pump hot water installation or solar hot water installation with existing rooftop solar. As more residents see neighbours enjoying lower bills and fewer hot water repair issues, interest in energy efficient hot water system upgrades is likely to keep growing.
When you look at hot water system cost, it helps to think in terms of both upfront price and yearly savings. Typical annual bill savings for Manmanning homes can look like this:
• Old electric to heat pump hot water system: save around $350–$700 per year • Gas to heat pump hot water: save roughly $250–$600 per year • Gas to solar hot water system: save about $250–$550 per year • Old electric to modern electric hot water installation using rooftop solar: save around $200–$500 per year
Actual heat pump hot water price or solar hot water price will vary by brand, size and whether you need a solar hot water tank replacement or a full new system, but these ranges are a realistic guide for typical households.
Hot Water Rebates, Tariffs & Savings
In WA, there is growing interest in replacing old gas or electric hot water with efficient options such as heat pump hot water, newer electric hot water system models and solar hot water in Manmanning. Federal incentives like Small‑scale Technology Certificates (STCs) apply to eligible heat pump and solar hot water systems, effectively acting as a solar hot water rebate or heat pump hot water rebate that lowers the upfront cost. Some efficient electric hot water installation options can also benefit indirectly if they are run on solar, and there are programs that operate like an electric hot water system rebate when bundled with broader energy upgrades.
For Manmanning households, these hot water rebate WA incentives can cut the installed cost by a substantial percentage, often turning a premium unit like a Sanden heat pump or top‑end Rheem solar hot water into a much more affordable choice. When you add in typical savings of hundreds of dollars per year, the payback period can shorten considerably, especially if you use timers or solar diversion to run your hot water system when your panels are generating.
If you are wondering about the best heat pump hot water system or the best mix of heat pump vs solar hot water for your Manmanning home, it is worth getting tailored advice. An experienced installer can also help with hot water repair, solar hot water repair, solar hot water tank replacement and electric hot water installation, so you get a solution that suits your roof, water use and budget.
If you live in Manmanning and your current unit is old, noisy or costing too much, now is a smart time to check whether your home is ready for a hot water upgrade. With strong sun, a community that values self‑reliance and growing interest in sustainability, efficient hot water systems can cut bills, reduce emissions and future‑proof your property. Talk with our trusted local hot water specialists for personalised advice on heat pump, solar and modern electric options, and find the right hot water system WA solution for your home or business.