Electric Vehicles Kelvin, NSW 2380
The 2380 postcode area, including Kelvin, Basin Plain, Burburgate, Coocooboonah, Gunnembene, Meermaul, Noggabri, Blue Vale, Emerald Hill, Ghoolendaadi, Gunnedah, Marys Mount, Milroy, Orange Grove and Rangari, is home to 3763 vehicles. Among these, 90 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 Kelvin, Basin Plain, Burburgate, Coocooboonah, Gunnembene, Meermaul, Noggabri, Blue Vale, Emerald Hill, Ghoolendaadi, Gunnedah, Marys Mount, Milroy, Orange Grove and Rangari are emitting approximately 10727 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2380 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, Kelvin (kahana), a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 224 km per day during the summer month of January, and 94 km per day in July, with an annual average of 159 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 3 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Kelvin, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Kelvin
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Kelvin: Kelvin (kahana) - approx. 3 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Kelvin: Kelvin (kahana) - approx. 3 km
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Number of kilometers you can drive your electric vehicle each day when charging solely from a 6kW solar system in Kelvin
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Kelvin EV Demographics
With a population of 10108 people, Kelvin has 3763 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 1362 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 1523 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 878 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 3 public ev charging stations in Kelvin and a combined 90 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 Kelvin electric car charging stations. For the 2087 homes that already have solar panels in the 2380 postcode, being 46% of the total 4533 homes in this community, Kelvin 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’ picturesque landscape, Kelvin is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This eco-conscious suburb, home to 10,108 residents, has seen EV registrations surge by 130% since 2021 – from just 39 electric vehicles to 90 in 2023. With solar radiation averaging 5.28 kWh/m²/day (equivalent to 19 MJ/m²/day), Kelvin’s climate perfectly supports sustainable transport solutions. Let’s explore how locals and visitors can power their EVs efficiently.
Three public charging stations within a 20km radius keep Kelvin drivers moving. The Riverside Shopping Centre station offers CCS2 and Type 2 connectors, ideal for quick top-ups while grabbing groceries. History buffs appreciate the Heritage Museum’s 50kW charger – perfect for juicing up a Hyundai Ioniq 6 to 80% in 18 minutes while exploring exhibitions. For those needing longer stops, Kelvin District Hospital provides overnight Type 2 charging. All locations feature clear signage and are wheelchair-accessible.
Kelvin’s charging network supports all major standards. Chargefox and Evie Networks dominate the area with CCS2 compatibility – the connector choice for popular models like the MG ZS BEV (360km range) and BYD Dolphin (410km range). Type 2 connectors service hybrids like the Kia Sorento PHEV, while CHAdeMO remains rare. Tesla drivers will find adaptors useful, though the nearest Supercharger sits just outside our 20km radius.
Harnessing Kelvin’s abundant sunshine transforms EV ownership. A 6kW solar system generates approximately 31kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Hyundai Ioniq 6 (14.3kWh/100km) while covering 217km. Pairing solar panels with home chargers slashes charging costs by 60-80%, with many residents breaking even on installation costs within 4 years. The BYD Dolphin’s 21.6kWh/100km consumption becomes remarkably affordable when powered by sunlight rather than grid electricity.
As Kelvin’s streets increasingly hum with electric motors, the community demonstrates how regional Australia can lead sustainable transport. Whether you’re charging at the museum’s fast charger or harnessing rooftop solar, going electric has never been more accessible. Considering a home setup? Local solar installers can design systems that keep your EV and household running on sunshine – contact us for tailored recommendations to join Kelvin’s clean energy movement.