Electric Vehicles Beckom, NSW 2665
The 2665 postcode area, including Beckom, Ardlethan, Ariah Park, Barellan, Bectric, Binya, Kamarah, Mirrool, Moombooldool, Mount Crystal, Quandary, Tara and Walleroobie, is home to 740 vehicles. Among these, 11 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 that1% 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 Beckom, Ardlethan, Ariah Park, Barellan, Bectric, Binya, Kamarah, Mirrool, Moombooldool, Mount Crystal, Quandary, Tara and Walleroobie are emitting approximately 2430 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2665 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, Beckom (stawell St), a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 235 km per day during the summer month of January, and 76 km per day in July, with an annual average of 153 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 Beckom, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Beckom
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Beckom: Beckom (stawell St) - approx. 3.2 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Beckom: Beckom (stawell St) - approx. 3.2 km
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Beckom EV Demographics
With a population of 1859 people, Beckom has 740 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 224 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 285 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 231 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Beckom and a combined 11 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 Beckom electric car charging stations. For the 423 homes that already have solar panels in the 2665 postcode, being 43% of the total 985 homes in this community, Beckom 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, Beckom (population 1,859) is quietly embracing the electric vehicle revolution. While our small farming community might seem an unlikely EV hotspot, registrations tell a compelling story: combined electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles grew from 20 in 2021 to 22 in 2023 – a 10% increase reflecting our practical approach to sustainable transport. With 804 vehicles registered locally, this shift signals growing interest in cleaner mobility solutions among our eco-conscious residents.
Public charging infrastructure within Beckom itself remains limited, but practical options exist for drivers. While there are currently no public charging stations in town, popular destinations within a 20km radius often provide charging access. Regional hospitals, agricultural supply centres, and nearby town centres typically offer Type 2 or CCS2 connectors – perfect for popular local models like the Mercedes-Benz EQA (578km range) or Genesis GV70 BEV (445km range). These locations strategically support both daily commutes and longer regional journeys.
Major charging networks servicing our region include Chargefox and Evie Networks, whose ultra-rapid CCS2 chargers can boost a BMW i4 from 10-80% in just 31 minutes. For plug-in hybrid owners of vehicles like the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque PHEV or CUPRA Formentor PHEV, the widespread Type 2 (Mennekes) connectors offer flexible charging solutions. Always check your vehicle’s compatibility – most modern EVs in Australia use CCS2 for DC fast charging.
Beckom’s true charging strength lies in its solar potential. With 18.20MJ/m²/day solar radiation (equivalent to 5.06kW/m²/day), residents can harness abundant sunlight for cost-effective EV charging. A typical 6kW solar system could fully charge a Mercedes EQA’s 578km battery in about two sunny days while powering household needs – slashing fuel costs by 70-100% compared to petrol. For the Genesis GV70 BEV (19.9kWh/100km), solar charging could save over $2,000 annually versus fossil fuel equivalents.
As Beckom’s EV adoption grows, smart charging solutions are becoming essential. Pairing a home charger with solar panels creates energy independence – particularly valuable in our rural setting. Whether you’re charging a workhorse plug-in hybrid ute or a long-range EV, local solar installers can design systems to match your driving patterns and roof space. Ready to embrace sun-powered driving? Connect with Beckom’s solar professionals to explore tailored solutions for your home and electric vehicle needs.