Electric Vehicles Holder, ACT 2611
The 2611 postcode area, including Holder, Coree, Stromlo, Whitlam, Bimberi, Brindabella, Chapman, Cooleman, Coombs, Denman Prospect, Duffy, Fisher, Mount Stromlo, Pierces Creek, Rivett, Stirling, Uriarra, Uriarra Forest, Uriarra Village, Waramanga, Weston, Weston Creek and Wright, is home to 12853 vehicles. Among these, 920 are electric cars, which include battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), hybrid vehicles, and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). This means that7% of the region’s vehicles are now electric, highlighting a growing shift towards sustainable transportation.
Assuming each vehile travels an average of 10,000km per year, the ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) vehicles in Holder, Coree, Stromlo, Whitlam, Bimberi, Brindabella, Chapman, Cooleman, Coombs, Denman Prospect, Duffy, Fisher, Mount Stromlo, Pierces Creek, Rivett, Stirling, Uriarra, Uriarra Forest, Uriarra Village, Waramanga, Weston, Weston Creek and Wright are emitting approximately 28590 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2611 travels around 10,000 km per year, total emissions from these vehicles amount to approximately NaN tonnes of CO2 annually. Collectively, electric vehicles (EVs) can be charged using solar energy. Based on sunshine data from the nearest weather station, Stromlo Forest, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 218 km per day during the summer month of January, and 76 km per day in July, with an annual average of 147 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 0 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Holder, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Holder
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Holder: Stromlo Forest - approx. 1.1 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Holder: Stromlo Forest - approx. 1.1 km
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Holder EV Demographics
With a population of 34809 people, Holder has 12853 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 4932 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 5788 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 2133 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Holder and a combined 920 registered vehicles that are either battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), hybrid vehicles, there’s a growing interest in electric cars and Holder electric car charging stations. For the 6381 homes that already have solar panels in the 2611 postcode, being 45% of the total 14246 homes in this community, Holder EV owners who combine home solar panels with an EV charger with benefit financially whilst also reducing their environmental impact.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
With its tree-lined streets and eco-conscious community, Holder is embracing the electric vehicle revolution. Between 2021 and 2023, EV registrations in the area surged by 126%, jumping from 406 to 920 vehicles. This growth reflects Canberra’s broader climate goals and Holder’s sun-drenched environment – perfect for sustainable transport solutions.
While Holder itself currently has no public EV charging stations, residents enjoy easy access to major networks within a 20km radius. The nearby Westfield Belconnen shopping centre offers 50kW DC fast chargers through Chargefox, ideal for topping up your Kia EV9 (443km range) while grabbing groceries. For faster options, Canberra Centre’s 150kW Evie Networks hub can charge a BMW iX (420km range) from 10% to 80% in just 31 minutes. Parliamentary Triangle charging stations also provide convenient Type 2 connectors near key tourist attractions.
Three main networks dominate the region:
- Chargefox: Australia’s largest network, offering 350kW ultra-rapid CCS2 chargers
- Evie Networks: 150kW+ stations compatible with CCS2 and CHAdeMO
- Tesla Superchargers: Exclusive to Tesla vehicles but open to other CCS2 models via adapters Most modern EVs like the Kia Niro (460km range) and BMW iX use CCS2 or Type 2 connectors, ensuring broad compatibility. The Kia EV9 particularly shines here – its 350kW charging capability matches the fastest local infrastructure.
Holder’s solar potential makes home charging remarkably cost-effective. With 17.2MJ/m²/day solar radiation (equivalent to 4.78kWh/m²/day), a typical 6kW solar system generates about 28kWh daily – enough to power 143km of driving in a Kia EV9. Over a year, this could save $800-$1,200 compared to grid charging. Considering the BMW XM’s 30.4kWh/100km consumption, solar charging cuts its running costs by 60-70%.
For homeowners, combining a 7.4kW wall charger with solar panels creates a future-proof setup. Most systems pay for themselves within 3-5 years, especially with models like the Kia Niro that only need 16.2kWh per 100km. Even luxury EVs benefit – the $136,900 BMW iX becomes cheaper to run than petrol equivalents when charged via solar.
Ready to embrace cleaner transport? Pairing your electric vehicle home charger with solar panels slashes both emissions and costs. Local installers can help design systems tailored to Holder’s 4.78kWh/m²/day solar potential and your driving needs. Whether you’re charging a nimble Kia or luxury BMW, the sun-powered solution awaits.