Electric Vehicles Bathurst West, NSW 2795
The 2795 postcode area, including Bathurst West, O’connell, Oconnell, Abercrombie, Abercrombie River, Arkell, Arkstone, Bald Ridge, Ballyroe, Bathampton, Bathurst, Billywillinga, Box Ridge, Brewongle, Bruinbun, Burraga, Caloola, Charles Sturt University, Charlton, Clear Creek, Colo, Copperhannia, Cow Flat, Crudine, Curragh, Dark Corner, Dog Rocks, Dunkeld, Duramana, Eglinton, Essington, Evans Plains, Fitzgeralds Valley, Forest Grove, Fosters Valley, Freemantle, Garthowen, Gemalla, Georges Plains, Gilmandyke, Glanmire, Gormans Hill, Gowan, Hobbys Yards, Isabella, Jeremy, Judds Creek, Kelso, Killongbutta, Kirkconnell, Laffing Waters, Limekilns, Llanarth, Locksley, Meadow Flat, Milkers Flat, Millah Murrah, Mitchell, Moorilda, Mount David, Mount Panorama, Mount Rankin, Napoleon Reef, Newbridge, O'connell, Orton Park, Paling Yards, Palmers Oaky, Peel, Perthville, Raglan, Robin Hill, Rock Forest, Rockley, Rockley Mount, Sofala, South Bathurst, Stewarts Mount, Sunny Corner, Tambaroora, Tannas Mount, The Lagoon, The Rocks, Triangle Flat, Trunkey, Trunkey Creek, Turondale, Twenty Forests, Upper Turon, Walang, Wambool, Wattle Flat, Watton, West Bathurst, White Rock, Wiagdon, Wimbledon, Winburndale, Windradyne, Wisemans Creek, Yarras and Yetholme, is home to 15271 vehicles. Among these, 560 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 that4% 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 Bathurst West, O’connell, Oconnell, Abercrombie, Abercrombie River, Arkell, Arkstone, Bald Ridge, Ballyroe, Bathampton, Bathurst, Billywillinga, Box Ridge, Brewongle, Bruinbun, Burraga, Caloola, Charles Sturt University, Charlton, Clear Creek, Colo, Copperhannia, Cow Flat, Crudine, Curragh, Dark Corner, Dog Rocks, Dunkeld, Duramana, Eglinton, Essington, Evans Plains, Fitzgeralds Valley, Forest Grove, Fosters Valley, Freemantle, Garthowen, Gemalla, Georges Plains, Gilmandyke, Glanmire, Gormans Hill, Gowan, Hobbys Yards, Isabella, Jeremy, Judds Creek, Kelso, Killongbutta, Kirkconnell, Laffing Waters, Limekilns, Llanarth, Locksley, Meadow Flat, Milkers Flat, Millah Murrah, Mitchell, Moorilda, Mount David, Mount Panorama, Mount Rankin, Napoleon Reef, Newbridge, O'connell, Orton Park, Paling Yards, Palmers Oaky, Peel, Perthville, Raglan, Robin Hill, Rock Forest, Rockley, Rockley Mount, Sofala, South Bathurst, Stewarts Mount, Sunny Corner, Tambaroora, Tannas Mount, The Lagoon, The Rocks, Triangle Flat, Trunkey, Trunkey Creek, Turondale, Twenty Forests, Upper Turon, Walang, Wambool, Wattle Flat, Watton, West Bathurst, White Rock, Wiagdon, Wimbledon, Winburndale, Windradyne, Wisemans Creek, Yarras and Yetholme are emitting approximately 43560 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2795 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, West Bathurst, 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 10 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Bathurst West, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Bathurst West
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bathurst West: West Bathurst - approx. 434 m
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bathurst West: West Bathurst - approx. 434 m
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Bathurst West EV Demographics
With a population of 40529 people, Bathurst West has 15271 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 5452 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 6051 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 3768 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 10 public ev charging stations in Bathurst West and a combined 560 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 Bathurst West electric car charging stations. For the 7609 homes that already have solar panels in the 2795 postcode, being 42% of the total 18040 homes in this community, Bathurst West 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 wide skies and forward-thinking community, Bathurst West is fast becoming a hotspot for electric vehicle (EV) adoption. This regional NSW hub saw registered EVs surge from 223 in 2021 to 560 in 2023 – a striking 151% increase. As locals embrace models like the BYD Seal and Subaru Solterra, the infrastructure is keeping pace with 10 public charging stations within a 20km radius. For an area blessed with 4.92 kW/m²/day of solar potential (converted from 17.70 MJ/m²/day), it’s no surprise eco-conscious drivers are pairing clean energy with clean transport.
Public charging options balance convenience with practicality. The Mount Panorama Visitor Centre’s dual-port charger lets you top up while exploring Australia’s iconic racing circuit, while Bathurst Central Shopping Centre’s Type 2 station turns grocery runs into charging opportunities. Keen travellers appreciate the fast 75kW CCS2 charger at Evans Plains Road – perfect for quick turnarounds during regional adventures. All stations support 24/7 access, welcoming both residents and visitors.
Three major networks service the area: Chargefox’s ultra-rapid stations, Evie Networks’ strategic highway links, and Tesla’s expanding Supercharger network. Compatibility is straightforward – CCS2 connectors work with popular models like the Renault Megane E-Tech (35-minute fast charges), while Type 2 ports suit the BMW iX2. CHAdeMO adapters remain available for older EVs, though most new owners opt for CCS2 future-proofing.
Solar charging shines here – literally. Bathurst West’s abundant sunshine converts neatly to EV savings. A typical 6.6kW home solar system generates about 29kWh daily – enough to fully power a BYD Seal’s 510km range every 3-4 days. Even the MG HS PHEV’s 300-minute charge time becomes cost-neutral when paired with panels. With feed-in tariffs averaging 5-7c/kWh versus grid rates of 30c/kWh, solar charging cuts costs by 80-90% compared to public stations.
As Bathurst West’s EV community grows, smart drivers are looking homeward. Imagine waking to a sun-powered ‘tank’ every morning – no detours, no queues. If you’re exploring electric vehicle home charger installations, combining it with solar panels could turn your garage into a private charging station. Local installers understand our unique climate and housing layouts, ensuring systems match Bathurst West’s 4.92 kW/m²/day potential. Ready to charge smarter, not harder? Let’s discuss how your driveway could become your favourite charging station.