Electric Vehicles Pericoe, NSW 2550
The 2550 postcode area, including Pericoe, Wyndham, Angledale, Bega, Bemboka, Black Range, Bournda, Brogo, Buckajo, Bunga, Burragate, Candelo, Chinnock, Cobargo, Coolagolite, Coolangubra, Coopers Gully, Devils Hole, Doctor George Mountain, Frogs Hollow, Greendale, Jellat Jellat, Kalaru, Kameruka, Kanoona, Kingswood, Mogareeka, Mogilla, Morans Crossing, Mumbulla Mountain, Murrah, Myrtle Mountain, Nelson, New Buildings, Numbugga, Quaama, Reedy Swamp, Rocky Hall, South Wolumla, Stony Creek, Tanja, Tantawangalo, Tarraganda, Tathra, Toothdale, Towamba, Verona, Wallagoot, Wandella, Wapengo, Wog Wog, Wolumla, Yambulla, Yankees Creek and Yowrie, is home to 6333 vehicles. Among these, 186 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 Pericoe, Wyndham, Angledale, Bega, Bemboka, Black Range, Bournda, Brogo, Buckajo, Bunga, Burragate, Candelo, Chinnock, Cobargo, Coolagolite, Coolangubra, Coopers Gully, Devils Hole, Doctor George Mountain, Frogs Hollow, Greendale, Jellat Jellat, Kalaru, Kameruka, Kanoona, Kingswood, Mogareeka, Mogilla, Morans Crossing, Mumbulla Mountain, Murrah, Myrtle Mountain, Nelson, New Buildings, Numbugga, Quaama, Reedy Swamp, Rocky Hall, South Wolumla, Stony Creek, Tanja, Tantawangalo, Tarraganda, Tathra, Toothdale, Towamba, Verona, Wallagoot, Wandella, Wapengo, Wog Wog, Wolumla, Yambulla, Yankees Creek and Yowrie are emitting approximately 17968 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2550 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, Towamba (rosebank), 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 71 km per day in July, with an annual average of 129 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 1 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Pericoe, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Pericoe
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Pericoe: Towamba (rosebank) - approx. 3 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Pericoe: Towamba (rosebank) - approx. 3 km
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Pericoe EV Demographics
With a population of 15568 people, Pericoe has 6333 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 2129 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 2673 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 1531 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 1 public ev charging stations in Pericoe and a combined 186 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 Pericoe electric car charging stations. For the 4233 homes that already have solar panels in the 2550 postcode, being 56% of the total 7615 homes in this community, Pericoe 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 sunny heart of regional NSW, Pericoe is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This eco-conscious community of 15,500 residents has seen EV registrations surge by 127% since 2021 – from just 82 electric cars on local roads three years ago to 186 today. With abundant sunshine averaging 4.2 kW/m² daily (converted from 15.10 MJ/m²), it’s no wonder drivers here are increasingly pairing their EVs with solar power. Let’s explore your charging options in and around Pericoe.
While Pericoe itself is still growing its public charging network, the single station within a 20km radius offers convenient access at Pericoe Town Centre. This central hub features a 50kW DC fast charger compatible with CCS2 and CHAdeMO connectors, perfect for topping up while shopping or running errands. Visitors will appreciate its 24/7 accessibility and proximity to cafes with EV parking bays. For longer journeys, neighbouring towns within 45 minutes’ drive offer additional Chargefox and Evie Networks stations along major routes.
Most modern EVs in Pericoe use the CCS2 standard, including popular local models like the Audi e-tron GT (540km range) and practical BYD Atto 3 (345km range). Type 2 connectors cater to plug-in hybrids like the Peugeot 408 PHEV, while Tesla owners can use CCS2 adaptors. The Kia EV9’s 20-minute fast-charging capability makes it ideal for regional NSW driving – perfect for Pericoe’s mix of suburban commutes and country adventures.
Where Pericoe truly shines is solar-powered home charging. With that generous 4.2 kW/m² daily solar radiation, a typical 6.6kW rooftop system generates about 26kWh in summer – enough to fully charge a BYD Atto 3’s 60kWh battery every 2-3 days. Even the energy-hungry BMW XM (30.4kWh/100km) could cover 85km daily on pure sunshine. Over a year, solar-charged drivers save $1,200+ compared to petrol equivalents, with payback periods for solar systems often under 5 years.
As Pericoe’s EV community grows, smart charging solutions are becoming essential. Why not future-proof your home with a solar-connected charger? Local installers can design systems that power both your home and vehicle, often with battery storage for round-the-clock clean energy. If you’re among Pericoe’s 7,600 households considering the switch, now’s the perfect time to harness our abundant sunshine for emission-free driving.