Electric Vehicles Woodford, NSW 2463
The 2463 postcode area, including Woodford, Ashby, Ashby Heights, Ashby Island, Brooms Head, Gulmarrad, Ilarwill, Jacky Bulbin Flat, James Creek, Maclean, Palmers Channel, Palmers Island, Sandon, Shark Creek, Taloumbi, The Sandon, Townsend, Tullymorgan and Woodford Island, is home to 3034 vehicles. Among these, 67 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 Woodford, Ashby, Ashby Heights, Ashby Island, Brooms Head, Gulmarrad, Ilarwill, Jacky Bulbin Flat, James Creek, Maclean, Palmers Channel, Palmers Island, Sandon, Shark Creek, Taloumbi, The Sandon, Townsend, Tullymorgan and Woodford Island are emitting approximately 7750 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2463 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, Lawrence Post Office, 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 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 3 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Woodford, 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 Woodford: Lawrence Post Office - approx. 3.6 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Woodford: Lawrence Post Office - approx. 3.6 km
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Woodford EV Demographics
With a population of 7635 people, Woodford has 3034 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 1050 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 1353 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 631 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 3 public ev charging stations in Woodford and a combined 67 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 Woodford electric car charging stations. For the 2144 homes that already have solar panels in the 2463 postcode, being 60% of the total 3583 homes in this community, Woodford 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 Blue Mountains, Woodford is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This eco-conscious community, home to 7,635 residents, has seen EV registrations surge by 131% since 2021 – jumping from just 29 plug-in hybrids to 67 electric vehicles (including 6 battery-only models) by 2023. With 3,215 vehicles registered locally, this growth reflects Woodford’s commitment to sustainable transport against a backdrop of crisp mountain air and sun-dappled landscapes.
For those exploring the area, three public electric vehicle charging stations sit within a 20km radius. The Woodford Village Shopping Centre offers a convenient 50kW DC fast charger (CCS2/Type 2), perfect for topping up while grabbing groceries. History buffs can charge at the Blue Mountains Heritage Hub’s 22kW Type 2 station, while visitors to Nepean Hospital benefit from a 75kW ultra-rapid charger (CCS2/CHAdeMO). These stations operate through Chargefox and Evie Networks, accepting contactless payments for hassle-free access.
Compatibility is key in Woodford’s charging landscape. Most stations support CCS2 and Type 2 connectors, matching popular local models like the Lexus RZ (470km range) and Rolls-Royce Spectre (555km range). The Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV and Volvo XC90 PHEV thrive on Type 2 chargers, while CHAdeMO users can power up at Nepean Hospital’s station.
With 17.90MJ/m²/day of solar radiation – equivalent to nearly 5kW per square metre daily – Woodford residents are uniquely positioned to slash charging costs. A typical 5kW solar system here generates about 20kWh daily, enough to power a Lexus RZ for 131km of emissions-free driving. Pairing solar panels with a home charger (like the 7.2kW unit used by Alfa Romeo Tonale owners) can eliminate fuel costs while reducing grid dependence.
As Woodford’s EV community grows, so do opportunities for sustainable mobility. Whether you’re charging at heritage sites or harnessing the region’s abundant sunshine, going electric has never been more accessible. Considering a home setup? Local solar installers can help design a system that keeps your EV charged using pure mountain sunlight – contact us to connect with certified professionals tailoring solutions to Woodford’s specific conditions.