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What Is The Average Water Bill In Tamworth?

ACS Plumbing • Jan 24, 2023

Water is one of those household utility bills nobody looks forward to receiving, with costs that only ever seem to go in one direction—up! Fortunately, it can help to understand and compare expenses with your community, state and even country to determine if what you’re paying is close to the average and how you might be able to reduce it.

What’s Included On A Water Bill?

A residential water bill will likely include the following charges:

Water access charge : a fee charged for the right to access and use a public water supply system
Sewerage access charge : a fee charged for the right to access and use a public sewer system
Water usage charge : a fee charged based on the amount of water used, covering the cost of the water itself, as well as the cost of treating and distributing the water

Average Water Bills

According to research conducted by Canstar Blue in 2020, the average quarterly water bill across NSW was $204, placing it on the cheaper end of the spectrum compared with other states included in the research. Queensland was revealed to have the highest average at $251 and Western Australia the lowest at $187.

Furthermore, Numbeo determined the average cost of living per month in Tamworth to be $510 for all basic utilities, including electricity, heating, cooling, water and garbage. This was last updated in January 2023.

Your water bill is likely to also provide an overview of Tamworth’s daily average residential water usage.

Average Water Bills By Demographic

Canstar Blue’s research also revealed the average water bill per quarter across different demographic sectors in Australia, so you can compare with others in similar situations across the country:

By household size
1	$168
2	$224
3	$250
4	$273

By age group
18-29	$236
30-39	$230
40-49	$242
50-59	$240
60-69	$232
70+	$193

How To Improve Your Water Bill

Outside of comparing different suppliers, there are a few ways you can reduce your water bill this quarter:

Fix leaks in your plumbing as soon as they’re discovered
Only run your dishwasher and washing machine with full loads
Use a sink when handwashing dishes instead of a running tap
Take shorter showers
Use a broom instead of a hose to clean driveways, sidewalks and patios
Use recycled water for plants and gardens
Don’t run water while brushing your teeth
Install low-flow showerheads and faucets
Use more efficient appliances
Be mindful of water usage habits
Consider a water audit conducted by a professional to identify areas where water can be saved