Electric Vehicles Mount Riverview, NSW 2774
The 2774 postcode area, including Mount Riverview, Blaxland, Blaxland East and Warrimoo, is home to 4454 vehicles. Among these, 194 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 that4% 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 Mount Riverview, Blaxland, Blaxland East and Warrimoo are emitting approximately 10872 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2774 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 13 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Mount Riverview, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Mount Riverview
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mount Riverview: Glenbrook Bowling Club - approx. 3.6 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mount Riverview: Glenbrook Bowling Club - approx. 3.6 km
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Mount Riverview EV Demographics
With a population of 12681 people, Mount Riverview has 4454 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 1426 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 1993 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 1035 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 13 public ev charging stations in Mount Riverview and a combined 194 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 Mount Riverview electric car charging stations. For the 2118 homes that already have solar panels in the 2774 postcode, being 44% of the total 4842 homes in this community, Mount Riverview 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 Blue Mountains region, Mount Riverview is embracing Australia’s electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This eco-conscious suburb, where crisp mountain air meets sun-drenched rooftops, has seen EV registrations surge by 90% since 2021 – jumping from 102 electric vehicles to 194 in just two years. With 4,842 homes and growing interest in sustainable transport, let’s explore how locals and visitors can power their EVs here.
Public Charging Made Easy Within a 20km radius of Mount Riverview, drivers can access 13 public charging stations. The Valley Plaza Shopping Centre offers dual-port CCS2/Type 2 chargers – perfect for topping up your Polestar 2 (625km range) while grabbing groceries. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the 50kW DC charger near Blue Mountains National Park, delivering a 5%-80% charge for Porsche Taycan drivers in 93 minutes. For those needing charge-and-wait services, Nepean Hospital provides reliable Type 2 stations.
Compatibility Matters Local charging networks including Chargefox and Evie Networks primarily use CCS2 connectors (compatible with 80% of new EVs) and Type 2 sockets for hybrids like the BMW 3 Series PHEV. While CHAdeMO stations are less common, most Nissan Leaf owners can adapt using public AC chargers. Always check your vehicle’s port type – the popular MINI Countryman PHEV uses Type 2, while the Renault Kangoo BEV requires CCS2 for rapid charging.
Harness the Sun’s Power With 15.80MJ/m²/day solar radiation (equivalent to 4.39kW/m²/day), Mount Riverview homes can generate 25-30kWh daily from a 6.6kW system – enough to fully charge a Polestar 2 every two days. Pairing solar panels with a 7kW home charger slashes charging costs by 60-80%, turning your garage into a personal fuel station. A typical 5kW system pays for itself in 3-5 years when offsetting EV charging costs.
Local Charging Insights
- The average Mount Riverview EV driver covers 35km daily (7kWh), easily supported by 4 hours of solar generation
- Public DC chargers cost $0.40-$0.60/kWh vs $0.08-$0.15/kWh for solar-powered home charging
- 72% of local EV owners have installed solar panels, according to Nepean Valley Energy Co-op surveys
Considering the jump to electric? Mount Riverview’s mix of public infrastructure and solar potential makes transition seamless. For homeowners, combining a 7kW wall charger with solar panels could save $1,200+ annually compared to petrol costs. Need help setting up? Our network of certified local installers can design a solar-charging system tailored to your EV’s needs and roof space – because your commute should be as fresh as our mountain air.