Electric Vehicles Neath, NSW 2326
The 2326 postcode area, including Neath, Abermain, Bishops Bridge, Loxford, Sawyers Gully and Weston, is home to 2658 vehicles. Among these, 36 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 that1% 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 Neath, Abermain, Bishops Bridge, Loxford, Sawyers Gully and Weston are emitting approximately 7542 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2326 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, Cessnock Post Office, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 188 km per day during the summer month of January, and 88 km per day in July, with an annual average of 141 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 43 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Neath, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Neath
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Neath: Cessnock Post Office - approx. 4.9 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Neath: Cessnock Post Office - approx. 4.9 km
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Neath EV Demographics
With a population of 7470 people, Neath has 2658 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 873 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 976 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 809 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 43 public ev charging stations in Neath and a combined 36 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 Neath electric car charging stations. For the 1457 homes that already have solar panels in the 2326 postcode, being 50% of the total 2935 homes in this community, Neath 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 Hunter Valley, Neath is quietly becoming a hub for electric vehicle (EV) adoption. With its eco-conscious community and abundant sunshine averaging 4.6 kW/m²/day (converted from 16.60 MJ/m²/day), this NSW suburb offers ideal conditions for EV owners. The numbers speak volumes – while only 18 EVs were registered in 2021, this surged to 36 by 2022, marking a 100% increase in pure electric models. Today, you’ll spot everything from practical Volvo C40s to sleek Genesis GV60s cruising Neath’s streets.
For those searching 'charging stations for electric cars near me', Neath delivers convenience with 43 public charging points within a 20km radius. The Stockland Green Hills Shopping Centre remains a favourite, offering fast CCS2 chargers perfect for topping up while shopping. Visitors appreciate the Neath Hotel’s dual-port charger with shaded parking, while locals frequent Maitland Hospital’s reliable Type 2 station. All locations feature clear signage and are wheelchair-accessible.
Major networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks dominate the region, supporting popular connector types CCS2 and Type 2 (Mennekes). These cater to 90% of Australian EVs, including the Genesis GV60 (470km range) and Volvo C40 (445km range). CHAdeMO users will find limited options – worth noting for Nissan Leaf owners.
Neath’s solar potential makes home charging particularly attractive. A typical 6kW solar system here generates 24kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Mazda CX-60 PHEV’s 76km range battery twice over. For longer-range vehicles like the Genesis GV60, solar can offset 80% of charging costs. Based on local energy prices, this could save EV owners over $800 annually while reducing grid reliance.
Considering an electric vehicle home charger? Pairing it with solar panels amplifies both environmental and financial benefits. Local installers can design systems tailored to Neath’s specific conditions – whether you drive a practical LDV eDeliver7 or a luxury Rolls-Royce Spectre. Ready to harness the sun’s power for your EV? We’ll connect you with certified professionals for personalised advice on maximising Neath’s clean energy potential.