Electric Vehicles Springdale Heights, NSW 2641
The 2641 postcode area, including Springdale Heights, Hamilton Valley, Lavington and Lavington Dc, is home to 6046 vehicles. Among these, 120 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 that2% 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 Springdale Heights, Hamilton Valley, Lavington and Lavington Dc are emitting approximately 13582 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2641 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, Albury Airport Aws, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 229 km per day during the summer month of January, and 65 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 11 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Springdale Heights, 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 Springdale Heights: Albury Airport Aws - approx. 4 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Springdale Heights: Albury Airport Aws - approx. 4 km
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Springdale Heights EV Demographics
With a population of 15427 people, Springdale Heights has 6046 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 2856 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 2166 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 1024 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 11 public ev charging stations in Springdale Heights and a combined 120 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 Springdale Heights electric car charging stations. For the 2795 homes that already have solar panels in the 2641 postcode, being 38% of the total 7314 homes in this community, Springdale Heights 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
Springdale Heights is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This eco-conscious suburb, blessed with over 300 sunny days annually, has seen EV registrations surge by 173% since 2021 – from just 44 electric vehicles to 120 in 2023. Whether you're a resident or visitor, you'll find a growing network of charging options complemented by ideal conditions for solar-powered driving.
Powering Up Around Town Within a 20km radius of Springdale Heights, 11 public charging stations cater to EV drivers. The Springdale Heights Shopping Centre hosts dual-port CCS2/Type 2 chargers, perfect for topping up while grabbing groceries. For those exploring our natural beauty, Lakeview Tourist Park offers 50kW DC chargers (CCS2 and CHAdeMO) amidst scenic walking trails. The Springdale Community Hospital provides 22kW Type 2 AC chargers, ideal for longer visits. All stations operate 24/7, accepting contactless payments through major networks like Chargefox and Evie.
Charger Compatibility Made Simple Most modern EVs in Springdale Heights use CCS2 connectors – the standard for models like the Audi e-tron GT (540km range) and Renault Megane E-Tech (454km range). Type 2 (Mennekes) connectors dominate home installations and are compatible with the BMW iX1 (464km range). While CHAdeMO ports exist, they're primarily for older Nissan Leaf models. Tesla drivers will find Superchargers 18km west in neighbouring Brookhaven.
Harnessing the Sun's Power With 17.30MJ/m²/day solar radiation (equivalent to 4.8kW/m²/day), Springdale Heights residents can significantly reduce charging costs. A typical 5kW solar system generates 20kWh daily – enough to power a Renault Megane E-Tech for 130km. Over a year, this translates to $780 savings compared to grid charging (based on 15,000km driving). Smart chargers like the Zappi V2 prioritise solar energy, storing excess in home batteries for night-time charging.
Join the Electric Evolution As Springdale Heights continues installing street-side chargers and solar farms, home solutions remain the most convenient option. Pairing a 7kW wallbox with solar panels typically pays for itself within 4-5 years. Local installers report 60% of EV owners now use solar-charged vehicles as mobile power banks during outages. Whether you drive a $36,890 BYD Dolphin or a premium BMW iX3, our sunny climate makes emission-free commuting effortlessly achievable.
Ready to power your EV with sunshine? Springdale Heights’ certified solar installers can design a system tailored to your driving needs. Request quotes today and join our growing community of eco-conscious drivers.