Electric Vehicles Billinudgel, NSW 2483
The 2483 postcode area, including Billinudgel, Brunswick Heads, Burringbar, Crabbes Creek, Middle Pocket, Mooball, New Brighton, Ocean Shores, Sleepy Hollow, South Golden Beach, The Pocket, Upper Burringbar, Wooyung and Yelgun, is home to 4157 vehicles. Among these, 197 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 Billinudgel, Brunswick Heads, Burringbar, Crabbes Creek, Middle Pocket, Mooball, New Brighton, Ocean Shores, Sleepy Hollow, South Golden Beach, The Pocket, Upper Burringbar, Wooyung and Yelgun are emitting approximately 10705 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2483 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, Mullumbimby (fairview Farm), 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 106 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 11 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Billinudgel, 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 Billinudgel: Mullumbimby (fairview Farm) - approx. 5 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Billinudgel: Mullumbimby (fairview Farm) - approx. 5 km
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Billinudgel EV Demographics
With a population of 10516 people, Billinudgel has 4157 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 1479 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 1759 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 919 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 11 public ev charging stations in Billinudgel and a combined 197 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 Billinudgel electric car charging stations. For the 3191 homes that already have solar panels in the 2483 postcode, being 64% of the total 4967 homes in this community, Billinudgel 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 Northern Rivers region, Billinudgel is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This tight-knit, eco-conscious community – blessed with 4.9 kWh/m²/day of solar radiation (equivalent to 17.70 MJ/m²/day) – has seen EV registrations surge by over 120% since 2021. From just 89 electric vehicles on local roads three years ago, there are now 197 electric cars powering through our lush hinterland streets. Whether you're a resident or exploring our subtropical climate, here's your complete guide to staying charged.
Billinudgel residents enjoy convenient access to 11 public electric vehicle charging stations within a 20km radius. The Billinudgel Heritage Hotel offers a 50kW DC fast charger (CCS2/Type 2) – perfect for topping up your Porsche Taycan or Audi e-tron GT while enjoying a pub meal. Head to Ocean Shores Shopping Centre for 7kW Type 2 charging at your local Woolworths run, or visit Byron Central Hospital's 24/7 accessible 22kW station for peace of mind during emergencies. Most stations accommodate popular networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks, with Tesla Superchargers available 25 minutes away in Ballina.
When plugging in, you'll mainly encounter CCS2 and Type 2 connectors – the standard for modern EVs like the BMW i7 and Audi e-tron GT. While CHAdeMO ports (used by older Nissan Leaf models) are less common, most stations offer multiple connector types. Always check your vehicle's compatibility – the Porsche Cayenne PHEV uses Type 2, while the 2023 Nissan Leaf supports both CHAdeMO and Type 2.
The real charging magic happens at home in Billinudgel. Our abundant sunshine means a typical 5kW solar system generates about 24kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Nissan Leaf (17.1kWh/100km) for 140km of emissions-free driving. For luxury models like the BMW i7, pairing solar with off-peak charging slashes energy costs. Local homeowners report saving $600-$1,200 annually by charging EVs with solar – particularly beneficial given our 43 battery-only EVs now needing regular top-ups.
Ready to harness Billinudgel's sunshine for your electric vehicle? Installing a home charging station with solar panels lets you wake up to a 'full tank' every morning. Our local solar installers can help design systems tailored to your EV's needs – whether you're cruising in a Porsche Taycan or zipping about in a Nissan Leaf. With electric vehicle adoption accelerating faster than a Tesla Model 3, there's never been a better time to plug into our sustainable future.