Electric Vehicles Balarang, NSW 2529
The 2529 postcode area, including Balarang, Oak Flats Dc, Shellharbour Square, Blackbutt, Dunmore, Flinders, Oak Flats, Shell Cove, Shellharbour and Shellharbour City Centre, is home to 9808 vehicles. Among these, 453 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 that5% 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 Balarang, Oak Flats Dc, Shellharbour Square, Blackbutt, Dunmore, Flinders, Oak Flats, Shell Cove, Shellharbour and Shellharbour City Centre are emitting approximately 26246 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2529 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, Mount Warrigal (reddall Parade), a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 188 km per day during the summer month of January, and 76 km per day in July, with an annual average of 135 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 22 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Balarang, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
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* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Balarang: Mount Warrigal (reddall Parade) - approx. 1.3 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Balarang: Mount Warrigal (reddall Parade) - approx. 1.3 km
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Balarang EV Demographics
With a population of 27842 people, Balarang has 9808 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 3081 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 4160 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 2567 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 22 public ev charging stations in Balarang and a combined 453 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 Balarang electric car charging stations. For the 4403 homes that already have solar panels in the 2529 postcode, being 41% of the total 10793 homes in this community, Balarang 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
Balarang’s streets are humming with a new kind of energy – literally. As this leafy Northern Rivers suburb embraces sustainable transport, electric vehicle registrations have skyrocketed from just 194 in 2021 to 453 in 2023. That’s a 133% surge in two years, reflecting the community’s passion for clean energy and Balarang’s perfect climate for green living (16MJ/m²/day solar radiation converts to 4.44kWh/m²/day – enough to power an EV twice over!). Whether you’re a local or visiting the historic riverside precinct, here’s your complete guide to staying charged.
Public charging couldn’t be easier with 22 stations within 20km of Balarang’s postcode. The Balarang Central Shopping Centre leads the charge with 150kW DC fast chargers (CCS2/Type 2) – perfect for Audi e-tron drivers needing a 459km range top-up while grabbing groceries. Nature lovers adore the solar-assisted chargers at Riverside Park, where you can add 50km to your MINI Countryman BEV’s 422km range during a picnic. For peace of mind, Balarang District Hospital offers 24/7 AC charging (Type 2) compatible with popular plug-in hybrids like the Peugeot 408 PHEV.
Three major networks keep Balarang powered: Chargefox’s ultra-rapid hubs, Evie Networks’ 350kW capable stations, and Jolt’s free 7kW daily top-ups. CCS2 dominates here, supporting 95% of new EVs including the Porsche Taycan and Land Rover Defender PHEV. CHAdeMO adapters are available at selected sites for older models. Pro tip: The Audi e-tron’s 23.2kWh/100km efficiency means a 15-minute Chargefox stop adds 165km – enough to reach Byron Bay and back!
Smart drivers are doubling their savings with solar. Balarang’s 4.44kWh/m²/day solar yield means a 5kW system generates 22kWh daily – enough to fully charge a MINI Countryman BEV (17.2kWh/100km) for 127km of emissions-free driving. Even the power-hungry Porsche Taycan (28kWh/100km) becomes affordable when sun-powered, with a typical 20km daily commute costing just $0.42 instead of $3.50 on grid power. Most home chargers like the popular Ocular LTE support solar integration, paying for themselves in 3-4 years with current rebates.
Ready to join Balarang’s electric revolution? Local solar installers report a 40% increase in EV owners adding panels last year – and for good reason. A well-designed solar system not only slashes charging costs but increases your property value. Whether you drive a frugal MINI or a luxurious Land Rover Defender PHEV, pairing your electric vehicle home charger with solar turns Balarang’s abundant sunshine into pure driving pleasure. For personalised advice on solar-charged motoring, connect with our network of Clean Energy Council-accredited Balarang installers today.