Electric Vehicles Towallum, NSW 2460
The 2460 postcode area, including Towallum, Blaxlands Flat, Carrs Peninsula, Lower Coldstream, Mcphersons Crossing, Alumy Creek, Banyabba, Barcoongere, Barretts Creek, Baryulgil, Blaxlands Creek, Bom Bom, Bookram, Braunstone, Brushgrove, Buccarumbi, Calamia, Cangai, Carnham, Carrs Creek, Carrs Island, Carrs Peninsular, Chaelundi, Chambigne, Clarenza, Clifden, Coaldale, Collum Collum, Coombadjha, Copmanhurst, Coutts Crossing, Cowper, Crowther Island, Dalmorton, Deep Creek, Dilkoon, Dirty Creek, Dumbudgery, Eatonsville, Eighteen Mile, Elland, Fine Flower, Fortis Creek, Glenugie, Grafton, Grafton West, Great Marlow, Gurranang, Halfway Creek, Heifer Station, Jackadgery, Junction Hill, Kangaroo Creek, Keybarbin, Koolkhan, Kremnos, Kungala, Kyarran, Lanitza, Lawrence, Levenstrath, Lilydale, Lionsville, Lower Southgate, Malabugilmah, Moleville Creek, Mountain View, Mylneford, Newbold, Nymboida, Pulganbar, Punchbowl, Ramornie, Rushforth, Sandy Crossing, Seelands, Shannondale, Smiths Creek, South Arm, South Grafton, Southampton, Southgate, Stockyard Creek, The Pinnacles, The Whiteman, Trenayr, Tyndale, Upper Copmanhurst, Upper Fine Flower, Warragai Creek, Washpool, Waterview, Waterview Heights, Wells Crossing, Whiteman Creek, Winegrove and Wombat Creek, is home to 10707 vehicles. Among these, 318 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 Towallum, Blaxlands Flat, Carrs Peninsula, Lower Coldstream, Mcphersons Crossing, Alumy Creek, Banyabba, Barcoongere, Barretts Creek, Baryulgil, Blaxlands Creek, Bom Bom, Bookram, Braunstone, Brushgrove, Buccarumbi, Calamia, Cangai, Carnham, Carrs Creek, Carrs Island, Carrs Peninsular, Chaelundi, Chambigne, Clarenza, Clifden, Coaldale, Collum Collum, Coombadjha, Copmanhurst, Coutts Crossing, Cowper, Crowther Island, Dalmorton, Deep Creek, Dilkoon, Dirty Creek, Dumbudgery, Eatonsville, Eighteen Mile, Elland, Fine Flower, Fortis Creek, Glenugie, Grafton, Grafton West, Great Marlow, Gurranang, Halfway Creek, Heifer Station, Jackadgery, Junction Hill, Kangaroo Creek, Keybarbin, Koolkhan, Kremnos, Kungala, Kyarran, Lanitza, Lawrence, Levenstrath, Lilydale, Lionsville, Lower Southgate, Malabugilmah, Moleville Creek, Mountain View, Mylneford, Newbold, Nymboida, Pulganbar, Punchbowl, Ramornie, Rushforth, Sandy Crossing, Seelands, Shannondale, Smiths Creek, South Arm, South Grafton, Southampton, Southgate, Stockyard Creek, The Pinnacles, The Whiteman, Trenayr, Tyndale, Upper Copmanhurst, Upper Fine Flower, Warragai Creek, Washpool, Waterview, Waterview Heights, Wells Crossing, Whiteman Creek, Winegrove and Wombat Creek are emitting approximately 28764 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2460 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, Towallum (maxwelton), 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 100 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 3 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Towallum, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Towallum
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Towallum: Towallum (maxwelton) - approx. 8.6 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Towallum: Towallum (maxwelton) - approx. 8.6 km
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Towallum EV Demographics
With a population of 27574 people, Towallum has 10707 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 4188 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 4164 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 2355 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 3 public ev charging stations in Towallum and a combined 318 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 Towallum electric car charging stations. For the 6947 homes that already have solar panels in the 2460 postcode, being 55% of the total 12595 homes in this community, Towallum 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’ Northern Rivers region, Towallum is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This eco-conscious suburb, blessed with abundant sunshine and a community passionate about sustainability, has seen a remarkable 83% surge in EV registrations since 2021 – jumping from 174 electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles to 318 by 2023. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, here’s your complete guide to keeping your EV powered up.
Public Charging Made Simple Within a 20km radius of Towallum, three public electric vehicle charging stations cater to drivers’ needs. The Towallum Central Shopping Centre hosts a 50kW Chargefox fast charger (CCS2/Type 2), perfect for topping up your Mercedes-Benz eVito Tourer while grabbing groceries. Nature lovers will appreciate the 25kW Jolt Charging station at Riverside Park (CCS2/Type 2), ideal for charging hybrids like the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV during scenic riverside strolls. For those needing reliable power near essential services, the Northern Rivers District Hospital offers a 22kW Type 2 charger compatible with popular models like the CUPRA Formentor PHEV.
Seamless Compatibility Most Towallum charging stations support CCS2 and Type 2 (Mennekes) connectors, matching Australia’s most common electric cars. The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and Land Rover Defender PHEV both use Type 2 plugs, while the Mercedes-Benz eVito Tourer’s CCS2 port enables rapid charging. Though CHAdeMO connectors are less common locally, some stations accommodate this standard for older EV models.
Harness Towallum’s Solar Potential With average solar radiation of 4.86 kWh/m²/day – nearly 25% above the national average – Towallum residents can turn sunlight into serious fuel savings. A typical 6kW solar system generates enough energy to power a MINI Hatch BEV for 180km daily, slashing charging costs by up to 70%. For the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV’s 19.2kWh/100km consumption, this translates to about $450 annual savings compared to grid charging. Pairing solar panels with a 7kW home charger (costing $1,500-$3,000 installed) lets you recharge overnight using surplus daytime energy.
Powering Forward As Towallum’s electric vehicle community grows, so do opportunities for sustainable driving. Whether you’re using public stations or considering a home setup, the region’s solar-friendly climate makes EV ownership both practical and economical. Ready to charge smarter? Local solar installers can help design a system that keeps your EV running on sunshine – contact us today to connect with accredited professionals in the Towallum area.