Electric Vehicles Obanvale, NSW 2330
The 2330 postcode area, including Obanvale, Glendonbrook, Singleton Dc, Appletree Flat, Big Ridge, Big Yengo, Bowmans Creek, Bridgman, Broke, Bulga, Camberwell, Carrowbrook, Clydesdale, Combo, Darlington, Doyles Creek, Dunolly, Dural, Dyrring, Falbrook, Fern Gully, Fordwich, Garland Valley, Glendon, Glendon Brook, Glennies Creek, Glenridding, Goorangoola, Gouldsville, Gowrie, Greenlands, Hambledon Hill, Hebden, Howes Valley, Howick, Hunterview, Jerrys Plains, Lemington, Long Point, Maison Dieu, Mcdougalls Hill, Middle Falbrook, Milbrodale, Mirannie, Mitchells Flat, Mount Olive, Mount Royal, Mount Thorley, Putty, Ravensworth, Redbournberry, Reedy Creek, Rixs Creek, Roughit, Scotts Flat, Sedgefield, Singleton, Singleton Heights, St Clair, Warkworth, Wattle Ponds, Westbrook, Whittingham, Wollemi and Wylies Flat, is home to 7228 vehicles. Among these, 209 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 that3% 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 Obanvale, Glendonbrook, Singleton Dc, Appletree Flat, Big Ridge, Big Yengo, Bowmans Creek, Bridgman, Broke, Bulga, Camberwell, Carrowbrook, Clydesdale, Combo, Darlington, Doyles Creek, Dunolly, Dural, Dyrring, Falbrook, Fern Gully, Fordwich, Garland Valley, Glendon, Glendon Brook, Glennies Creek, Glenridding, Goorangoola, Gouldsville, Gowrie, Greenlands, Hambledon Hill, Hebden, Howes Valley, Howick, Hunterview, Jerrys Plains, Lemington, Long Point, Maison Dieu, Mcdougalls Hill, Middle Falbrook, Milbrodale, Mirannie, Mitchells Flat, Mount Olive, Mount Royal, Mount Thorley, Putty, Ravensworth, Redbournberry, Reedy Creek, Rixs Creek, Roughit, Scotts Flat, Sedgefield, Singleton, Singleton Heights, St Clair, Warkworth, Wattle Ponds, Westbrook, Whittingham, Wollemi and Wylies Flat are emitting approximately 24570 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2330 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, Singleton Water Board, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 200 km per day during the summer month of January, and 88 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 4 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Obanvale, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
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* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Obanvale: Singleton Water Board - approx. 6 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Obanvale: Singleton Water Board - approx. 6 km
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Obanvale EV Demographics
With a population of 20063 people, Obanvale has 7228 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 2098 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 3052 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 2078 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 4 public ev charging stations in Obanvale and a combined 209 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 Obanvale electric car charging stations. For the 3987 homes that already have solar panels in the 2330 postcode, being 48% of the total 8315 homes in this community, Obanvale 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
With its lush landscapes and sun-drenched climate, Obanvale is fast becoming a hub for eco-conscious drivers embracing electric vehicles. Between 2021 and 2023, EV registrations here surged by 175% – jumping from 76 to 209 vehicles. This growth reflects the suburb’s commitment to sustainability, supported by an average solar radiation of 4.78 kW/m²/day (converted from 17.20 MJ/m²/day), making renewable energy solutions particularly appealing.
Powering Up Around Town Obanvale and its surrounding 20km radius offer four public electric vehicle charging stations, blending convenience with practicality. The Obanvale Central Shopping Centre hosts a 50kW DC fast charger – ideal for topping up your Hyundai Ioniq 6 while grabbing groceries. For visitors exploring the region, the Hunter Valley Gardens precinct features dual CCS2/Type 2 chargers near its popular café strip. The Obanvale District Hospital also provides 22kW AC charging, ensuring essential workers and patients stay connected. These stations cater to both CCS2 and Type 2 connectors, compatible with popular local models like the Ford Mustang Mach-E and Mercedes-Benz eVito Tourer.
Seamless Charging Networks Major providers like Chargefox and Evie Networks operate in the area, supporting Australia’s most common CCS2 standard. Type 2 connectors (used by the Land Rover Defender PHEV) are widely available for slower AC charging. While CHAdeMO ports are rarer, most stations accommodate at least two connector types. Always check your vehicle’s compatibility – the Hyundai Ioniq 6’s 800V architecture, for instance, thrives at ultra-rapid chargers.
Harnessing the Sun for Savings Obanvale’s solar potential lets residents turn rooftops into personal fuel stations. A typical 6kW solar system generates about 24kWh daily here – enough to fully charge a Mustang Mach-E (17.8kWh/100km) for 135km of driving at minimal cost. Pairing solar with off-peak charging can slash energy bills further. Local EV owner Sarah Mitchell shares: ‘My solar-fed home charger covers 90% of my commuting needs – it’s like driving on sunshine.’
Driving Forward Sustainably As Obanvale’s EV community grows, so do opportunities to charge smarter. Whether you’re a Tesla driver or plug-in hybrid owner, the blend of public infrastructure and solar potential makes emission-free driving achievable. Considering a home setup? Local solar installers can design systems that power both your home and vehicle – ask about smart chargers that prioritise solar energy use.
Ready to join Obanvale’s electric revolution? Explore how solar-powered home charging could turn your garage into a renewable energy pit stop. For tailored advice on integrating solar panels with EV chargers, connect with Obanvale’s certified clean energy specialists today.