Electric Vehicles Barigan, NSW 2850
The 2850 postcode area, including Barigan, Gulgamree, Long Creek, Millsville, Murragamba, Aarons Pass, Apple Tree Flat, Avisford, Bara, Ben Buckley, Bocoble, Bombira, Botobolar, Buckaroo, Budgee Budgee, Burrundulla, Caerleon, Canadian Lead, Carcalgong, Collingwood, Cooks Gap, Cooyal, Cross Roads, Cudgegong, Cullenbone, Cumbo, Erudgere, Eurunderee, Frog Rock, Galambine, Glen Ayr, Grattai, Green Gully, Hargraves, Havilah, Hayes Gap, Hill End, Home Rule, Ilford, Kains Flat, Linburn, Lue, Maitland Bar, Menah, Meroo, Milroy, Mogo, Monivae, Moolarben, Mount Frome, Mount Knowles, Mudgee, Mullamuddy, Munghorn, Piambong, Putta Bucca, Pyramul, Queens Pinch, Riverlea, Running Stream, Sallys Flat, Spring Flat, St Fillans, Stony Creek, Tambaroora, Tichular, Totnes Valley, Triamble, Turill, Twelve Mile, Ulan, Ullamalla, Wilbetree, Wilpinjong, Windeyer, Wollar, Worlds End, Yarrabin and Yarrawonga, is home to 6578 vehicles. Among these, 203 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 that3% 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 Barigan, Gulgamree, Long Creek, Millsville, Murragamba, Aarons Pass, Apple Tree Flat, Avisford, Bara, Ben Buckley, Bocoble, Bombira, Botobolar, Buckaroo, Budgee Budgee, Burrundulla, Caerleon, Canadian Lead, Carcalgong, Collingwood, Cooks Gap, Cooyal, Cross Roads, Cudgegong, Cullenbone, Cumbo, Erudgere, Eurunderee, Frog Rock, Galambine, Glen Ayr, Grattai, Green Gully, Hargraves, Havilah, Hayes Gap, Hill End, Home Rule, Ilford, Kains Flat, Linburn, Lue, Maitland Bar, Menah, Meroo, Milroy, Mogo, Monivae, Moolarben, Mount Frome, Mount Knowles, Mudgee, Mullamuddy, Munghorn, Piambong, Putta Bucca, Pyramul, Queens Pinch, Riverlea, Running Stream, Sallys Flat, Spring Flat, St Fillans, Stony Creek, Tambaroora, Tichular, Totnes Valley, Triamble, Turill, Twelve Mile, Ulan, Ullamalla, Wilbetree, Wilpinjong, Windeyer, Wollar, Worlds End, Yarrabin and Yarrawonga are emitting approximately 20491 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2850 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, Montoro, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 212 km per day during the summer month of January, and 88 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 12 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Barigan, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Barigan
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Barigan: Montoro - approx. 3.4 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Barigan: Montoro - approx. 3.4 km
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Barigan EV Demographics
With a population of 17591 people, Barigan has 6578 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 2020 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 2754 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 1804 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 12 public ev charging stations in Barigan and a combined 203 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 Barigan electric car charging stations. For the 3775 homes that already have solar panels in the 2850 postcode, being 45% of the total 8378 homes in this community, Barigan 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 regional New South Wales, Barigan is quietly becoming a hub for electric vehicle (EV) adoption. With 203 EVs registered in 2023 – a 145% jump from just 83 in 2021 – this eco-conscious community is embracing sustainable transport against a backdrop of sunny skies averaging 4.9 kW/m²/day of solar radiation. Whether you're a resident or visitor, here's your complete guide to keeping your EV powered in Barigan.
Barigan's 12 public charging stations within a 20km radius offer convenient options for drivers. The Barigan Central Shopping Centre hosts a dual-port CCS2/Type 2 charger – perfect for topping up while grabbing groceries. For those exploring the region, Riverside Park's fast-charging station (compatible with CCS2 and CHAdeMO connectors) provides 80% charge in under 30 minutes for models like the Volvo C40, alongside picnic facilities and river views. The Barigan District Hospital also offers Type 2 charging, ideal for longer visits.
Local charging networks cater to diverse needs:
- Chargefox and Evie Networks operate DC fast chargers (CCS2/CHAdeMO)
- Jolt Charging provides 7kW AC charging (Type 2)
- Tesla drivers will find Superchargers 15km west in neighbouring Wattle Creek
Most modern EVs in Barigan use CCS2 connectors, including popular models like the BYD Sealion 6 and Mercedes-Benz eVito Tourer. Type 2 ports remain common for plug-in hybrids like the MINI Countryman PHEV, while CHAdeMO compatibility caters to older EVs.
With Barigan's abundant sunshine generating 4.9 kW/m²/day, solar-powered EV charging makes both environmental and financial sense. A typical 6kW solar system here produces about 24kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Volvo C40 (17.5kWh/100km) for 137km of emissions-free driving. Over a year, this could save $800+ compared to grid charging, or $2,500+ versus petrol costs for similar travel.
For Barigan residents considering home charging, pairing a wallbox charger with solar panels creates a future-proof energy solution. Local installers can design systems that offset both household and EV energy needs – particularly valuable with models like the Mercedes eVito Tourer (26.2kWh/100km) requiring more power. Timing charges to daylight hours maximises solar benefits while reducing strain on the grid.
Ready to harness Barigan's sunshine for your EV? Our team connects locals with trusted solar installers for personalised home charging solutions. Together, we can keep Barigan's EV revolution charging forward – one solar-powered kilometre at a time.