Hot Water Systems in Yangebup
The 6164 postcode, covering Yangebup, Atwell, Aubin Grove, Banjup, Beeliar, Cockburn Central, Hammond Park, Jandakot, South Lake, Success and Treeby and surrounding areas, is home to around 24,340 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 Yangebup and the 6164 area, 4,253 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 Yangebup'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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Hot Water Installation Yangebup
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Community Hot Water Statistics - Yangebup, 6164
Hot Water Demographics - Yangebup
Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census (ABS), Yangebup has around 24,340 private dwellings, home to approximately 62,814 people. With an average household size of 2.8 people, and around 50 litres of hot water used per person each day in Australia, Yangebup households use approximately 140 litres of hot water daily, equating to a massive 3.4 million litres of hot water used across the suburb every single day.
Other census insights reinforce Yangebup's suitability for energy-saving improvements like energy-efficient or solar-powered hot water. The Yangebup community is home to 7,016 couple families with children and 1,447 one-parent families, meaning a large proportion of households face substantial hot water demand. With 12,414 homes owned with a mortgage and 4,491 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.
Yangebup is converting hot water demand to efficient systems faster than many peers, with 17.5% of dwellings already upgraded.
Hot water systems in Yangebup
Across Yangebup and the wider 6164 area, more households are switching from old gas or electric units to an energy efficient hot water system. With an average household size of about 2.8 people and more than 22,000 occupied dwellings, reliable hot water is non‑negotiable – but rising energy costs mean many families are now looking at a heat pump hot water system, solar hot water system or modern electric hot water system as the logical next step.
Yangebup is well suited to efficient hot water upgrades. The local solar exposure at nearby Spearwood averages around 19.3 MJ/m² per day, which is roughly 5.4 kWh/m² of sunshine daily across the year. That strong sunlight supports both a solar hot water heating system and high‑performance heat pump hot water, especially when paired with rooftop solar. With a median household income over $2,200 per week and most homes owned with a mortgage, many locals are weighing up long‑term savings, lower running costs and the annual hot water energy savings that come from replacing older systems.
In the 6164 postcode, families make up a large share of the population, so hot water demand is steady – morning showers, evening baths and constant laundry loads all add up. A well‑sized hot water system can be one of the biggest energy users in the home, so choosing the most efficient hot water system you can afford makes a real difference. Many households are comparing heat pump vs solar hot water, or solar hot water vs electric hot water, to find the balance between upfront hot water system price, running costs and roof space.
Typical brands seen around Yangebup include Rheem and Rinnai for both rheem solar hot water and rheem heat pump hot water options, plus rinnai solar hot water for compact systems, and premium sanden heat pump units for those chasing the best heat pump hot water system and ultra‑low running costs. Chromagen solar hot water is another option some locals consider when looking for a robust solar hot water installation or solar hot water tank replacement.
Average annual bill savings for Yangebup homes can look like this: • Replacing an old electric system with a heat pump hot water system: around $350–$700 per year • Switching gas to a heat pump hot water system: roughly $250–$600 per year • Switching gas to a solar hot water system: about $200–$550 per year • Upgrading an old electric unit to a modern electric hot water system and running it on rooftop solar: often $250–$500 per year, depending on usage
There have already been 4,253 efficient hot water installations (heat pump and solar) recorded across 6164, with strong growth in the mid‑2000s – peaking around 2005–2007 – and steady numbers continuing through to 2024 and 2025. This long‑term trend shows growing local interest in electrification, hot water repair and upgrade work, and lower running costs for homes in Yangebup WA.
Hot Water Rebates, Tariffs & Savings
Interest in replacing old gas or electric hot water with efficient options is growing quickly in Yangebup WA. Homeowners are looking closely at hot water system cost, heat pump hot water price, solar hot water price and how rebates can ease the upfront hit. Federal incentives like Small‑scale Technology Certificates (STCs) apply to eligible heat pump and solar hot water systems, effectively acting as a built‑in solar hot water rebate or heat pump hot water rebate that installers often apply as an upfront discount. On top of that, WA‑based hot water rebate programs can sometimes support electric hot water installation, particularly when moving away from gas and towards an all‑electric home.
For many Yangebup households, these incentives can reduce system cost by a substantial percentage and cut payback periods to just a few years, especially when a heat pump hot water installation or solar hot water installation is paired with rooftop solar. Typical savings from an efficient hot water upgrade can be hundreds of dollars per year, and using timers or solar‑diversion controls to run your electric hot water installation or energy efficient hot water system during the middle of the day can boost savings further. For renters and landlords, an electric hot water system rebate can also make modern units more attractive than older gas hot water options, improving comfort while keeping bills under control.
If your current unit is leaking, struggling to keep up, or you are simply curious about the best hot water system Australia can offer your home, it is a good time to explore options in hot water WA. Whether you are comparing electric hot water vs gas hot water, heat pump vs solar hot water, or planning a solar hot water repair or hot water system replacement, working with experienced local installers matters. Yangebup’s strong sun and growing interest in sustainability mean an efficient hot water upgrade can reduce bills, cut emissions and future‑proof your home. To understand which system suits your household and budget – from rheem solar hot water to sanden heat pump or chromagen solar hot water – connect with trusted local experts for personalised advice and hot water repair or installation support with us.