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Average rating of plumbers near Essendon West
4.8 based on 224 reviews of 20 businesses

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Word of Mouth plumbers in Essendon West receive an average rating of 4.8 based off 224 reviews.

Sven's Plumbing and Gas

5.0
150 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 37 609 669 150
Servicing Essendon West
Tuesday: On call 24 hours
Licence No. 106448 Available 24/7 for emergency work Senior, pensioner & disability discounts

"Sven's Plumbing fixed our blocked drain. Very efficient and friendly and lovely to deal with. Very happy with Sven's..."

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Plumbers in Essendon West

Data-driven insights based on 224 customer reviews collected between 2008 and 2026, ABS Census data

73 / 100
Local Service Score
2 Award Winners
97% Positive Feedback

Essendon West is one of the more affordable areas for plumbers — 54% below the Victorian average. 25 plumbers service the area with 224 customer reviews.

When to book

If you have flexibility on timing, our review data shows plumber demand in Essendon West tends to peak around January and ease off in October — booking during quieter periods may mean more providers available and faster response times.

About the area

Despite above-median household incomes ($2,338/week vs the national median of $1,748/week), plumbers in Essendon West charge 54% below the Victorian average — better value than the suburb's income profile might suggest.

Typical costs

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, prices have risen 275% since 2009 (from $80 to $300 median), averaging 17.2% per year.

Reviews & trust

Local plumber ratings have climbed from 4.3/5 (2008) to 5.0/5 (2026) — a clear quality improvement over the 18-year window. Essendon West averages 11.8 new plumber reviews per year, 5% below the Victorian average. Fewer recent reviews means the ratings may reflect a smaller sample of customer experiences.

Based on 224 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2008–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

11.8 / yr Review velocity -20%
4.8 stars Avg rating
$300 Typical cost -63%
5.0 stars Service rating
9.0 avg Reviews / provider
160.4 / 10k Provider density

Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Essendon West area

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2008–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

Essendon West area profile ABS Census 2021

1,559 Population
35.2% Own with mortgage
67.8% Houses
$2,338 Median income / week

How we calculate the Local Service Score: We combine two sources of data: first-party data collected directly by Word of Mouth — verified customer reviews, customer-reported pricing, post-service trust-signal responses, and service awards — with suburb-level population and housing data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census. The score measures how well Essendon West is served for plumbers, reflecting the depth of choice, quality of service, and value for money available to residents compared to other suburbs across Australia. See our Local Service Score methodology for data sources, update frequency, and quality guardrails.

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Plumbers in Essendon West — FAQs

Is there a quieter time of year for plumbers in Essendon West?

Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, plumber demand in Essendon West tends to peak in January and is quietest in October. Booking during quieter months may mean more providers available and faster response times.

How do I pick the right plumber in Essendon West?

Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Essendon West has 224 plumber reviews on Word of Mouth. Sven's Plumbing and Gas (2022) and Pele Plumbing (2014) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.

How do Essendon West plumbers compare to the state average?

Plumbers in Essendon West have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 224 customer reviews on Word of Mouth.

Does the Essendon West housing mix influence local plumbers?

Despite above-median household incomes ($2,338/week vs the national median of $1,748/week), plumbers in Essendon West charge 54% below the Victorian average — better value than the suburb's income profile might suggest. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Essendon West has 68% of dwellings are standalone houses, a median age of 39, a median household income of $2,338/week.

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