Electric Vehicles Corrimal, NSW 2518
The 2518 postcode area, including Corrimal, Bellambi, Corrimal East, East Corrimal, Tarrawanna and Towradgi, is home to 7097 vehicles. Among these, 189 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 Corrimal, Bellambi, Corrimal East, East Corrimal, Tarrawanna and Towradgi are emitting approximately 15821 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2518 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, Woonona (popes Rd), 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 82 km per day in July, with an annual average of 135 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 Corrimal, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Corrimal
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Corrimal: Woonona (popes Rd) - approx. 2.8 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Corrimal: Woonona (popes Rd) - approx. 2.8 km
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Corrimal EV Demographics
With a population of 18805 people, Corrimal has 7097 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 3070 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 2769 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 1258 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 12 public ev charging stations in Corrimal and a combined 189 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 Corrimal electric car charging stations. For the 2152 homes that already have solar panels in the 2518 postcode, being 25% of the total 8486 homes in this community, Corrimal 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 between lush escarpments and the sparkling Pacific Ocean, Corrimal is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This vibrant Illawarra suburb, home to over 18,800 residents, has seen EV registrations surge by 95% since 2021 – from just 97 electric vehicles to 189 in 2023. With its sun-drenched climate (averaging 4.44 kW/m²/day solar radiation) and environmentally conscious community, Corrimal offers ideal conditions for eco-friendly driving.
Powering Up Around Town Within a 20km radius of Corrimal, you'll find 12 public electric vehicle charging stations keeping both locals and visitors mobile. The Corrimal Marketplace shopping centre hosts a 50kW DC fast charger perfect for topping up your Nissan Leaf (20-80% charge in 60 minutes) while you shop. For seaside charging, the Towradgi Beach Park station combines 7kW Type 2 charging with ocean views – ideal for longer stays in plug-in hybrids like the MG HS PHEV. Healthcare workers and visitors appreciate the 22kW charger at Wollongong Hospital, strategically placed for convenient access.
Network Compatibility Made Simple Corrimal's charging infrastructure supports all major networks:
- Chargefox and Evie Networks (CCS2/Type 2)
- Tesla Destination Chargers (Type 2)
- Jolt Charging (CCS2) Most modern electric cars in Australia, including the zippy Fiat 500e (CCS2) and practical Volvo XC60 PHEV (Type 2), charge effortlessly here. While CHAdeMO connectors are less common, the Nissan Leaf remains supported at selected stations.
Harnessing Corrimal's Solar Potential With 4.44 kW/m² daily solar radiation – 25% above the national average – Corrimal homes can transform rooftops into personal power stations. A typical 6.6kW solar system generates enough daily energy to:
- Fully charge a Fiat 500e (14.4kWh/100km) every 2 days
- Power a Volkswagen Touareg PHEV for 120km weekly commuting
- Save $600+ annually compared to grid charging Pairing solar panels with battery storage enables overnight charging using daytime solar energy, maximising savings.
Your Road to Sustainable Driving Whether you're charging at Towradgi Beach or considering a home setup, Corrimal's EV infrastructure supports greener journeys. For homeowners, combining a 7kW electric vehicle home charger with solar panels typically pays for itself within 3-5 years through fuel savings. Local solar installers can design systems tailored to your EV's consumption – from the efficient Nissan Leaf (17.1kWh/100km) to longer-range models. Ready to drive on sunshine? Connect with Corrimal's certified solar professionals to explore personalised solutions for your electric vehicle and energy needs.