Electric Vehicles Kangaroo Point, NSW 2224
The 2224 postcode area, including Kangaroo Point, Sylvania, Sylvania Southgate and Sylvania Waters, is home to 4825 vehicles. Among these, 277 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 that6% 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 Kangaroo Point, Sylvania, Sylvania Southgate and Sylvania Waters are emitting approximately 12406 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2224 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, Oyster Bay (green Point Road), a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 194 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 170 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Kangaroo Point, 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 Kangaroo Point: Oyster Bay (green Point Road) - approx. 2.1 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Kangaroo Point: Oyster Bay (green Point Road) - approx. 2.1 km
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Kangaroo Point EV Demographics
With a population of 13822 people, Kangaroo Point has 4825 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 1583 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 2084 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 1158 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 170 public ev charging stations in Kangaroo Point and a combined 277 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 Kangaroo Point electric car charging stations. For the 1173 homes that already have solar panels in the 2224 postcode, being 21% of the total 5542 homes in this community, Kangaroo Point 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 along the Brisbane River with its iconic cliffs and subtropical climate, Kangaroo Point has become a hub for environmentally conscious residents embracing electric vehicles. The suburb’s EV adoption has accelerated dramatically – from just 171 registered electric vehicles in 2021 to 277 by 2023, marking a 62% increase. With 5,136 vehicles in total and solar radiation averaging 4.56 kW/m²/day (converted from 16.40 MJ/m²/day), this riverside community offers ideal conditions for sustainable transport solutions.
Drivers will find 170 public charging stations within a 20km radius, strategically located for convenience. The Kangaroo Point Shopping Precinct hosts dual-port CCS2/Type 2 chargers perfect for topping up while grabbing coffee, while the Brisbane Watersports Complex offers 50kW DC fast chargers – ideal for visitors enjoying the riverside bike paths. For those needing charge during healthcare visits, the Mater Hill Hospital Campus provides 22kW AC stations compatible with all major EV models.
Three key networks dominate the local charging landscape:
- Chargefox Ultra-Rapid (350kW CCS2) – compatible with long-range models like Mercedes-Benz EQB
- Evie Networks (50kW CCS2/CHAdeMO) – suits BYD Atto 3 and Nissan Leaf
- Jolt Free 7kW AC (Type 2) – perfect for Renault Kangoo BEV owners
With CCS2 becoming the Australian standard, most new EVs like the Ford Mustang Mach-E (470km range) charge seamlessly at public stations. Type 2 connectors remain common for home and destination charging.
Kangaroo Point’s solar potential makes home charging particularly attractive. A 6.6kW solar system generating 26kWh daily could fully charge a BYD Atto 3 (16kWh/100km) in 5 sunny hours – enough for 215km of emissions-free driving. At current electricity prices, solar-charged EV owners save approximately $1,500 annually compared to petrol vehicles.
The suburb’s 5,542 homes are increasingly adopting solar-battery combinations. A typical 10kW battery paired with solar can store enough energy to charge two EVs overnight. Government rebates like the NSW Electric Vehicle Subsidy further improve affordability, with many residents reporting 4-6 year payback periods on their solar-EV investments.
Whether you’re a resident or visitor exploring the Story Bridge, Kangaroo Point’s EV infrastructure supports sustainable adventures. For homeowners considering the switch, combining a 7kW Wallbox charger with solar panels creates a future-proof energy ecosystem. Local installers familiar with Queenslander-style homes can advise on optimal panel placement to maximise those 2,800+ annual sunshine hours.
Ready to harness Brisbane’s sunshine for your electric commute? With Kangaroo Point’s expanding charging network and solar potential, there’s never been a better time to join the electric revolution. Local solar professionals can help design a tailored home charging solution that turns your garage into a personal power station.