Electric Vehicles Knockrow, NSW 2479
The 2479 postcode area, including Knockrow, St Helena, Bangalow, Binna Burra, Brooklet, Coopers Shoot, Coorabell, Fernleigh, Mcleods Shoot, Nashua, Newrybar and Possum Creek, is home to 1869 vehicles. Among these, 151 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 that8% 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 Knockrow, St Helena, Bangalow, Binna Burra, Brooklet, Coopers Shoot, Coorabell, Fernleigh, Mcleods Shoot, Nashua, Newrybar and Possum Creek are emitting approximately 5540 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2479 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, Nashua (wilsons River), 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 100 km per day in July, with an annual average of 147 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 39 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Knockrow, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Knockrow
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Knockrow: Nashua (wilsons River) - approx. 8.2 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Knockrow: Nashua (wilsons River) - approx. 8.2 km
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Knockrow EV Demographics
With a population of 5191 people, Knockrow has 1869 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 487 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 842 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 540 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 39 public ev charging stations in Knockrow and a combined 151 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 Knockrow electric car charging stations. For the 1630 homes that already have solar panels in the 2479 postcode, being 76% of the total 2148 homes in this community, Knockrow 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 Northern Rivers region, Knockrow is embracing the electric vehicle (EV) revolution with open arms. This tight-knit, eco-conscious community – blessed with sunny days averaging 4.9 kWh/m² of solar radiation – has seen EV registrations nearly double since 2021. From just 76 EVs on local roads in 2021, Knockrow now hosts 151 electric vehicles as of 2023, marking a 98.7% surge in clean-energy transport. Whether you’re a resident or visitor, here’s your complete guide to staying charged.
Powering Up Around Town Within a 20km radius of Knockrow, 39 public charging stations offer convenient options for drivers. The Macadamia Castle complex stands out with its 75kW DC fast chargers – perfect for topping up your Toyota bZ4X (535km range) while enjoying a coffee. Health-conscious drivers appreciate the Ballina District Hospital’s Type 2 chargers, allowing stress-free charging during appointments. For those running errands, the Ballina Central shopping centre provides reliable AC charging, compatible with popular models like the BYD Seal and Mercedes-Benz EQA.
Charging Networks Made Simple Knockrow’s charging infrastructure supports all major networks, including Chargefox, Evie Networks, and Tesla Superchargers. The CCS2 connector – used by 90% of new EVs like the Kia EV6 – dominates local stations, though Type 2 (Mennekes) and CHAdeMO options remain available. Pro tip: The Kia EV6’s 800V architecture can achieve an 18-minute 10-80% charge at compatible ultra-rapid stations – quicker than a supermarket dash!
Sun-Powered Savings at Home With Knockrow’s abundant sunshine converting to 4.9 kWh/m² daily, solar charging makes financial sense. A typical 5kW solar system generates about 24.5kWh daily – enough to power a BYD Seal (13.8kWh/100km) for 177km of emission-free driving. Over a year, this could save $1,300+ in fuel costs compared to petrol vehicles. Pairing solar with off-peak charging amplifies savings, especially for commuters covering the 35km to Byron Bay daily.
Future-Proof Your Drive As Knockrow’s EV community grows, home charging solutions are becoming essential. Local installers report increasing interest in 7kW wallboxes that fully charge a Mercedes-Benz EQA overnight. For optimal savings, consider smart chargers that prioritise solar energy use during daylight hours.
Ready to join Knockrow’s electric evolution? If you’re exploring home charging solutions, combining a wallbox with solar panels could slash your energy costs. Our team connects locals with certified installers for tailored setups – let’s make your EV journey as sunny as our climate.