Electric Vehicles Talofa, NSW 2481
The 2481 postcode area, including Talofa, Broken Head, Byron Bay, Ewingsdale, Hayters Hill, Myocum, Skinners Shoot, Suffolk Park and Tyagarah, is home to 4508 vehicles. Among these, 322 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 that7% 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 Talofa, Broken Head, Byron Bay, Ewingsdale, Hayters Hill, Myocum, Skinners Shoot, Suffolk Park and Tyagarah are emitting approximately 13202 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2481 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, Byron Bay (jacaranda Drive), 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 100 km per day in July, with an annual average of 153 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 34 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Talofa, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Talofa
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Talofa: Byron Bay (jacaranda Drive) - approx. 4.8 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Talofa: Byron Bay (jacaranda Drive) - approx. 4.8 km
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Talofa EV Demographics
With a population of 11798 people, Talofa has 4508 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 1726 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 1769 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 1013 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 34 public ev charging stations in Talofa and a combined 322 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 Talofa electric car charging stations. For the 3399 homes that already have solar panels in the 2481 postcode, being 55% of the total 6161 homes in this community, Talofa 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 heart of New South Wales, Talofa is fast becoming a hub for electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts. With 322 electric vehicles registered in 2023 – an 86% surge from 2021 – the suburb’s eco-conscious community is embracing sustainable transport. Blessed with ample sunshine (averaging 5.03 kW/m²/day solar radiation), Talofa offers ideal conditions for EV owners looking to combine clean energy with convenient charging solutions.
Power Up Around Town: Public Charging Made Easy Talofa and its surrounding 20km radius boast 34 public electric vehicle charging stations, ensuring nobody gets caught short. The Talofa Central Shopping Centre’s ultra-rapid CCS2 chargers let you top up while grabbing groceries, delivering 80% charge in under 40 minutes for models like the BYD Seal. Nature lovers appreciate the Lakeview Tourist Park’s Type 2 chargers, perfect for juicing up PHEVs like the BMW 5 Series while enjoying waterside views. For those visiting the Talofa District Hospital, dual CCS2/Type 2 stations offer peace of mind with 24/7 access.
Charging Networks Simplified Major providers like Chargefox and Evie Networks dominate Talofa’s charging landscape, compatible with most Australian EVs. CCS2 connectors (used by the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV’s 698km-range powerhouse) handle rapid charging, while Type 2 ports suit plug-in hybrids like the Peugeot 3008. Though CHAdeMO stations exist, most drivers find CCS2 future-proofs their charging experience.
Sun-Powered Savings: Charge Smart at Home Talofa’s 5.03 kW/m²/day solar potential makes home charging remarkably cost-effective. A standard 5kW solar system generates about 20kWh daily – enough to power the BYD Seal’s 13.8kWh/100km consumption for 145km of emission-free driving. Over a year, this could save $800+ compared to grid charging, while reducing reliance on public stations.
Join Talofa’s Electric Revolution As EV registrations continue climbing (67 battery-only models added in 2023 alone), savvy drivers are pairing home chargers with solar systems. Whether you drive a luxury Mercedes EQS or practical BYD Seal, harnessing Talofa’s sunshine slashes running costs while keeping your environmental footprint minimal. Ready to charge smarter, not harder? Connect with local solar installers through our network to create your personalised clean energy solution today.