Electric Vehicles The Basin, NSW 2365
The 2365 postcode area, including The Basin, The Gulf, Backwater, Bald Blair, Baldersleigh, Bassendean, Ben Lomond, Black Mountain, Briarbrook, Brockley, Brushy Creek, Falconer, Georges Creek, Glen Nevis, Glencoe, Green Hills, Guyra, Llangothlin, Maybole, Mount Mitchell, New Valley, Oban, South Guyra, Tenterden, Tubbamurra and Wandsworth, is home to 1273 vehicles. Among these, 18 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 The Basin, The Gulf, Backwater, Bald Blair, Baldersleigh, Bassendean, Ben Lomond, Black Mountain, Briarbrook, Brockley, Brushy Creek, Falconer, Georges Creek, Glen Nevis, Glencoe, Green Hills, Guyra, Llangothlin, Maybole, Mount Mitchell, New Valley, Oban, South Guyra, Tenterden, Tubbamurra and Wandsworth are emitting approximately 3714 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2365 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, West Head, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 194 km per day during the summer month of January, and 82 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 29 public EV charging stations within 20 km of The Basin, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in The Basin
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to The Basin: West Head - approx. 3 km
Electric Vehicle Charging & Solar Power The Basin
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to The Basin: West Head - approx. 3 km
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Number of kilometers you can drive your electric vehicle each day when charging solely from a 6kW solar system in The Basin
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The Basin EV Demographics
With a population of 3233 people, The Basin has 1273 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 428 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 508 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 337 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 29 public ev charging stations in The Basin and a combined 18 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 The Basin electric car charging stations. For the 738 homes that already have solar panels in the 2365 postcode, being 45% of the total 1643 homes in this community, The Basin 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 foothills of the Dandenong Ranges, The Basin is embracing Australia’s electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This tight-knit community of 1,626 residents has seen EV registrations surge by 124% since 2021 – jumping from just 25 electric vehicles to 56 in 2023. With lush surroundings and an eco-conscious mindset, locals are perfectly positioned to combine sustainable transport with clean energy solutions.
For those exploring electric vehicle charging options, The Basin offers convenient access to 29 public charging stations within a 20km radius. The Basin Village Shopping Centre hosts a popular 50kW DC fast charger compatible with CCS2 and CHAdeMO connectors – ideal for Audi e-tron drivers needing a quick 85-minute top-up while shopping. Visitors to the nearby Dandenong Ranges can recharge at the Chargefox station in Sassafras, pairing scenic walks with 350kW ultra-rapid charging for Genesis G80 BEVs (22-minute charge time). Knox Private Hospital also offers Type 2 AC charging, perfect for Peugeot 308 PHEV owners needing longer charging sessions.
Three major networks service the area:
- Chargefox: Ultra-rapid CCS2 chargers (Renault Megane E-Tech: 35min charge)
- Evie Networks: 50-350kW stations (Mercedes-Benz EQS compatible)
- Jolt Charging: Free 7kWh daily charges for locals
With The Basin receiving 16.50MJ/m²/day of solar radiation (4.58kWh/m²/day), residents can turn rooftops into personal fuel stations. A 5kW solar system generates ~22kWh daily – enough to power a Renault Megane E-Tech for 140km of emissions-free driving. At current electricity prices, solar-charged EV owners save approximately $1,500 annually compared to petrol vehicles.
Considering an electric vehicle home charger? Pairing it with solar panels slashes charging costs by up to 70%. Our local installers can design systems that fully offset your EV’s consumption – the Audi e-tron’s 23.2kWh/100km needs are easily met by The Basin’s abundant sunshine. Ready to harness clean energy for your electric vehicle? We’ll connect you with accredited solar professionals for tailored home charging solutions.