Electric Vehicles Lapstone, NSW 2773
The 2773 postcode area, including Lapstone and Glenbrook, is home to 2024 vehicles. Among these, 107 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 that5% 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 Lapstone and Glenbrook are emitting approximately 5111 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2773 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, Glenbrook Bowling Club, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 182 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 Lapstone, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Lapstone
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Lapstone: Glenbrook Bowling Club - approx. 2 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Lapstone: Glenbrook Bowling Club - approx. 2 km
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Lapstone EV Demographics
With a population of 5809 people, Lapstone has 2024 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 596 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 903 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 525 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 12 public ev charging stations in Lapstone and a combined 107 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 Lapstone electric car charging stations. For the 1073 homes that already have solar panels in the 2773 postcode, being 49% of the total 2205 homes in this community, Lapstone 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 against the dramatic backdrop of the Blue Mountains, Lapstone is quietly becoming a hub for electric vehicle adoption. With 107 EVs registered in 2023 – a 106% increase from 2021 figures – this eco-conscious community is embracing sustainable transport. The combination of crisp mountain air and abundant sunshine (averaging 15.80 MJ/m²/day, equivalent to 4.39 kW/m²/day) makes it ideal for EV owners looking to reduce their carbon footprint.
For those searching 'charging stations for electric cars near me', Lapstone offers convenient access to 12 public charging points within a 20km radius. The Glenbrook Village Shopping Centre charging hub remains popular, offering CCS2 and Type 2 connectors alongside retail amenities. Adventurers exploring the Blue Mountains National Park can top up at the Evans Lookout station, while the Nepean Hospital site provides reliable charging for healthcare workers and visitors. All locations support contactless payment and 24/7 access.
Three major networks service the area: Chargefox ultra-rapid stations (compatible with Audi e-tron GT and Mercedes-Benz EQA), Evie Networks' 50kW chargers (perfect for Volvo C40), and Tesla destination chargers. CCS2 remains the dominant connector type, supported by 95% of new electric cars in Australia including the popular BYD Sealion 6. CHAdeMO adaptors are available at select stations for older Nissan Leaf models.
Lapstone's solar potential shines brightest for home charging solutions. A typical 6kW solar system here generates about 26kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Mercedes-Benz EQA (14.1kWh/100km) for a 184km commute. With off-peak grid charging rates around 25c/kWh versus solar's 'free fuel', residents could save $650+ annually by pairing panels with an electric vehicle home charger.
Considering the jump from 6 battery-only EVs in 2021 to 22 in 2023, local infrastructure is keeping pace with demand. The Jeep Compass PHEV's 47km electric range perfectly suits Lapstone's compact layout, while the Audi e-tron GT's 540km range handles Sydney commutes with mountain views.
For those ready to embrace sun-powered driving, Lapstone's combination of public infrastructure and solar potential creates the perfect EV ecosystem. If you're considering an electric vehicle home charger, pairing it with solar panels could lock in decade-long fuel savings. Local installers can help design systems that keep your EV charged using nothing but Blue Mountains sunshine – contact us to connect with certified professionals who understand Lapstone's unique energy landscape.