Electric Vehicles Parkes, ACT 2600
The 2600 postcode area, including Parkes, Capital Hill, Fairbairn Raaf, Russell Hill, Barton, Canberra, Deakin, Deakin West, Duntroon, Harman, Hmas Harman, Parliament House, Russell and Yarralumla, is home to 3195 vehicles. Among these, 427 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 that13% 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 Parkes, Capital Hill, Fairbairn Raaf, Russell Hill, Barton, Canberra, Deakin, Deakin West, Duntroon, Harman, Hmas Harman, Parliament House, Russell and Yarralumla are emitting approximately 7865 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2600 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, Canberra Parliament House, 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 29 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Parkes, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Parkes
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Parkes: Canberra Parliament House - approx. 1.3 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Parkes: Canberra Parliament House - approx. 1.3 km
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Parkes EV Demographics
With a population of 7577 people, Parkes has 3195 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 1513 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 1272 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 410 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 29 public ev charging stations in Parkes and a combined 427 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 Parkes electric car charging stations. For the 956 homes that already have solar panels in the 2600 postcode, being 26% of the total 3746 homes in this community, Parkes 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
Nestled in the heart of the ACT, Parkes is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This eco-conscious suburb, blessed with over 300 days of sunshine annually, has seen EV registrations leap from 254 in 2021 to 427 in 2023 – a striking 68% growth. With nearly 30% of new car buyers opting for plug-in hybrids or battery-electric vehicles, Parkes residents are clearly charging towards a greener future.
Powering Up Around Town Parkes and its surrounding areas offer 29 public charging stations within a 20km radius, ensuring both locals and visitors stay charged. The Parkes Visitor Information Centre hosts a popular 50kW DC fast charger (CCS2/Type 2), perfect for topping up while exploring local attractions. Health-conscious drivers appreciate the 22kW Type 2 charger at Canberra Hospital, ideal for longer appointments. For shopping pit-stops, Stockland Parkes Shopping Centre provides 11kW AC charging – enough to add 40km range per hour while you browse.
Seamless Charging Compatibility Major networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks dominate Parkes' charging landscape, supporting common connector types:
- CCS2: Used by popular models like the Peugeot Partner BEV (258km range)
- Type 2 (Mennekes): Fits luxury vehicles including the BMW X5 PHEV
- CHAdeMO: Available at select stations for older EVs Most modern Australian EVs, from the practical Jeep Grand Cherokee PHEV to the luxurious Rolls-Royce Spectre, find compatible charging options locally.
Sun-Powered Savings With solar radiation averaging 4.78kWh/m²/day (converted from 17.20MJ/m²/day), Parkes households can dramatically cut charging costs. A typical 6kW solar system generates enough daily energy to:
- Fully charge a Peugeot Partner BEV (54kWh battery) in 9 sunny hours
- Power a BMW X5 PHEV's 26.4kWh/100km consumption for 230km driving By pairing solar panels with smart chargers, residents can achieve near-zero fuel costs. The Land Rover Range Rover Velar PHEV, for instance, costs just $1.20 per charge using solar versus $9.60 on grid power.
Future-Proof Your Drive As Parkes' EV community grows, savvy owners are investing in home charging solutions. A 7.4kW wallbox charges most vehicles overnight using surplus solar energy. For the Rolls-Royce Spectre's substantial 555km range battery, solar charging transforms luxury motoring into an eco-friendly pursuit.
Ready to harness Parkes' abundant sunshine for your EV? Local solar installers can help design systems that offset both home energy use and vehicle charging. With tailored solutions for every budget – from the $59,990 Peugeot Partner BEV to premium plug-in hybrids – there's never been a better time to drive electric in Parkes.