Electric Vehicles Bora Ridge, NSW 2471
The 2471 postcode area, including Bora Ridge, Codrington, Coraki, East Coraki, Green Forest, Greenridge, North Woodburn, Swan Bay, Tatham, West Bungawalbin and West Coraki, is home to 860 vehicles. Among these, 16 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 that2% 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 Bora Ridge, Codrington, Coraki, East Coraki, Green Forest, Greenridge, North Woodburn, Swan Bay, Tatham, West Bungawalbin and West Coraki are emitting approximately 2544 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2471 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, Coraki (richmond Terrace), a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 200 km per day during the summer month of January, and 100 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 Bora Ridge, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Bora Ridge
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bora Ridge: Coraki (richmond Terrace) - approx. 13.4 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bora Ridge: Coraki (richmond Terrace) - approx. 13.4 km
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Bora Ridge EV Demographics
With a population of 2422 people, Bora Ridge has 860 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 234 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 353 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 273 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Bora Ridge and a combined 16 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 Bora Ridge electric car charging stations. For the 663 homes that already have solar panels in the 2471 postcode, being 67% of the total 984 homes in this community, Bora Ridge 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 NSW’s Northern Rivers region, Bora Ridge is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This tight-knit, eco-conscious community – where sunny days average 5 kW/m² of solar irradiation – has seen EV registrations leap from just 9 in 2021 to 32 in 2023 (a 78% increase), reflecting Australia’s broader shift towards sustainable transport. Whether you’re a resident or visitor, here’s your complete guide to keeping your EV powered in our leafy suburb.
While Bora Ridge itself doesn’t have public charging stations, nearby towns within a 20km radius offer convenient options. The Lismore Square shopping centre features 50kW DC fast chargers compatible with most modern EVs – perfect for topping up while grabbing groceries. Head east to Evans Head Visitor Information Centre, where you’ll find 22kW Type 2 chargers ideal for longer stops near coastal attractions. Always check your vehicle’s range: popular local models like the MG4 (405km range) or Genesis GV60 (470km range) easily handle these short trips between charges.
Regional charging networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks dominate our area, supporting universal CCS2 and Type 2 connectors. This means whether you drive a budget-friendly BYD Atto 3 (16kWh/100km) or a luxury Kia EV5 (18.2kWh/100km), you’ll find compatible charging. Tesla owners can use CCS2 adaptors at most stations, though the nearest Supercharger remains in Coffs Harbour (120km north).
For Bora Ridge residents, solar-powered home charging offers the ultimate convenience. Our abundant sunshine (equivalent to 5kW/m²/day) means a typical 6.6kW solar system can fully charge an MG4’s 61kWh battery in two sunny days – effectively free motoring. Pairing solar with a 7kW home charger ($1,200-$2,000 installed) slashes charging costs: a Hyundai Kona BEV would cost just $4.20 per 400km using solar versus $18 on grid power. With 984 homes in town, many residents are already converting their rooftops into personal power stations.
As Bora Ridge’s EV community grows, smart charging solutions are becoming essential. Local sparkies report surging demand for EV-ready switchboards and solar-optimised charging setups. If you’re considering joining the electric movement, pairing a home charger with solar panels could save thousands annually. Need help getting started? We connect locals with certified installers for tailored solutions – because in sun-drenched Bora Ridge, your next road trip might just be powered by sunshine.