Electric Vehicles Edith, NSW 2787
The 2787 postcode area, including Edith, Yerranderie, Black Springs, Chatham Valley, Duckmaloi, Essington, Gingkin, Gurnang, Hazelgrove, Jaunter, Kanangra, Mayfield, Mount Olive, Mount Werong, Mozart, Norway, Oberon, Porters Retreat, Shooters Hill, Tarana and The Meadows, is home to 1630 vehicles. Among these, 37 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 Edith, Yerranderie, Black Springs, Chatham Valley, Duckmaloi, Essington, Gingkin, Gurnang, Hazelgrove, Jaunter, Kanangra, Mayfield, Mount Olive, Mount Werong, Mozart, Norway, Oberon, Porters Retreat, Shooters Hill, Tarana and The Meadows are emitting approximately 5144 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2787 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, Oberon (jenolan Caves Road), a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 206 km per day during the summer month of January, and 76 km per day in July, with an annual average of 141 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 Edith, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Edith
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Edith: Oberon (jenolan Caves Road) - approx. 6.9 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Edith: Oberon (jenolan Caves Road) - approx. 6.9 km
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Edith EV Demographics
With a population of 3950 people, Edith has 1630 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 542 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 661 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 427 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Edith and a combined 37 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 Edith electric car charging stations. For the 834 homes that already have solar panels in the 2787 postcode, being 39% of the total 2130 homes in this community, Edith 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 New South Wales' Central West, the eco-conscious community of Edith (population 3,950) is quietly driving Australia's electric vehicle revolution. While only 17 EVs called Edith home in 2021, registrations surged 118% to 37 by 2023 – including popular models like the Hyundai Ioniq 6 and GWM Ora. With sun-drenched landscapes delivering 4.67 kW/m²/day of solar potential (equivalent to 16.80 MJ/m²/day), locals are perfectly positioned to embrace sustainable transport.
While Edith itself doesn’t currently host public EV charging stations, nearby areas within a 20km radius offer accessible options. Regional hubs like Orange and Dubbo feature Chargefox ultra-rapid chargers (350kW) compatible with road-trippers’ favourites like the Genesis GV60, while Evie Networks’ 50kW stations cater to daily drivers. The Central West Shopping Centre’s charging hub has become a popular pitstop, combining CCS2 and Type 2 connectors with retail amenities – perfect for topping up your Kia EV5 while grabbing groceries.
Three connector types dominate our region:
- CCS2 (Tesla Model 3, Mercedes-Benz EQS)
- Type 2 (Mennekes) for home/work charging
- CHAdeMO (mainly Nissan Leaf) Most new Australian EVs like the Hyundai Ioniq 6 standardise on CCS2, making public charging straightforward. Always check your vehicle’s compatibility before travelling.
For Edith residents, solar charging transforms EV ownership. Our abundant sunshine can power a typical EV commute (50km daily) using just 2m² of panels. A GWM Ora owner could save $751.50 annually by charging from solar instead of grid power (16.7kWh/100km × 15,000km @ $0.30/kWh). With battery storage systems now eligible for rebates, many locals achieve near-zero charging costs year-round.
Considering an EV charger installation? Pairing it with solar panels could pay for itself within 3-5 years for most households. Our local solar professionals specialise in EV-ready systems – from compact 5kW setups for urban homes to robust 10kW arrays for rural properties. Whether you’re charging a practical GWM Ora or luxury Genesis GV60, Edith’s solar potential makes every kilometre genuinely sustainable.
Ready to harness the sun for your EV journeys? Discover how Edith homeowners are slashing both emissions and energy bills through smart solar-charging setups. Connect with our network of accredited local installers for personalised advice tailored to Central West conditions.