Electric Vehicles Bathurst Island, NT 0822
The 0822 postcode area, including Bathurst Island, Acacia Hills, Bees Creek, Border Store, Cox Peninsula, Croker Island, Daly River, Darwin Mc, Fleming, Goulbourn Island, Gunn Point, Hayes Creek, Lambells Lagoon, Livingstone, Maningrida, Mcminns Lagoon, Middle Point, Millwood, Nguiu, Oenpelli, Point Stephens, Pularumpi, Pulumpa, Southport, Umbakumba, Virginia, Wadeye, Wagait Beach, Weddell, Winnellie, Woolaning, Angurugu, Anindilyakwa, Annie River, Belyuen, Black Jungle, Blackmore, Burrundie, Bynoe, Bynoe Harbour, Camp Creek, Channel Island, Charles Darwin, Charlotte, Claravale, Cobourg, Collett Creek, Coomalie Creek, Daly, Darwin River Dam, Delissaville, Douglas-daly, East Arm, East Arnhem, Elrundie, Eva Valley, Finniss Valley, Fly Creek, Freds Pass, Galiwinku, Glyde Point, Goulburn Island, Gunbalanya, Hidden Valley, Hotham, Hughes, Kakadu, Koolpinyah, Lake Bennett, Litchfield Park, Lloyd Creek, Mandorah, Mapuru, Maranunga, Margaret River, Marrakai, Mickett Creek, Milikapiti, Milingimbi, Milyakburra, Minjilang, Mount Bundey, Murrumujuk, Nauiyu, Nemarluk, Nganmarriyanga, Numbulwar, Numburindi, Peppimenarti, Pirlangimpi, Point Stuart, Rakula, Ramingining, Robin Falls, Rum Jungle, Sandpalms Roadhouse, Stapleton, Thamarrurr, Tipperary, Tivendale, Tiwi Islands, Tortilla Flats, Tumbling Waters, Vernon Islands, Wak Wak, Warruwi, West Arnhem, Wickham, Wishart and Wurrumiyanga, is home to 3228 vehicles. Among these, 44 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 Bathurst Island, Acacia Hills, Bees Creek, Border Store, Cox Peninsula, Croker Island, Daly River, Darwin Mc, Fleming, Goulbourn Island, Gunn Point, Hayes Creek, Lambells Lagoon, Livingstone, Maningrida, Mcminns Lagoon, Middle Point, Millwood, Nguiu, Oenpelli, Point Stephens, Pularumpi, Pulumpa, Southport, Umbakumba, Virginia, Wadeye, Wagait Beach, Weddell, Winnellie, Woolaning, Angurugu, Anindilyakwa, Annie River, Belyuen, Black Jungle, Blackmore, Burrundie, Bynoe, Bynoe Harbour, Camp Creek, Channel Island, Charles Darwin, Charlotte, Claravale, Cobourg, Collett Creek, Coomalie Creek, Daly, Darwin River Dam, Delissaville, Douglas-daly, East Arm, East Arnhem, Elrundie, Eva Valley, Finniss Valley, Fly Creek, Freds Pass, Galiwinku, Glyde Point, Goulburn Island, Gunbalanya, Hidden Valley, Hotham, Hughes, Kakadu, Koolpinyah, Lake Bennett, Litchfield Park, Lloyd Creek, Mandorah, Mapuru, Maranunga, Margaret River, Marrakai, Mickett Creek, Milikapiti, Milingimbi, Milyakburra, Minjilang, Mount Bundey, Murrumujuk, Nauiyu, Nemarluk, Nganmarriyanga, Numbulwar, Numburindi, Peppimenarti, Pirlangimpi, Point Stuart, Rakula, Ramingining, Robin Falls, Rum Jungle, Sandpalms Roadhouse, Stapleton, Thamarrurr, Tipperary, Tivendale, Tiwi Islands, Tortilla Flats, Tumbling Waters, Vernon Islands, Wak Wak, Warruwi, West Arnhem, Wickham, Wishart and Wurrumiyanga are emitting approximately 7690 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 0822 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, Nguiu Farm, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 147 km per day during the summer month of January, and 176 km per day in July, with an annual average of 176 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 0 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Bathurst Island, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Bathurst Island
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bathurst Island: Nguiu Farm - approx. 14.6 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bathurst Island: Nguiu Farm - approx. 14.6 km
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Bathurst Island EV Demographics
With a population of 23243 people, Bathurst Island has 3228 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 1504 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 1017 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 707 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Bathurst Island and a combined 44 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 Bathurst Island electric car charging stations. For the 1265 homes that already have solar panels in the 0822 postcode, being 19% of the total 6681 homes in this community, Bathurst Island 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 Australia’s tropical north, Bathurst Island is witnessing a quiet revolution in sustainable transport. While electric vehicle adoption here remains modest, registrations tell an encouraging story: EV numbers surged from just 24 in 2021 to 44 by 2023 – an 83% increase. This growth reflects the community’s growing environmental awareness, perfectly aligned with the region’s abundant sunshine averaging 5.8 kW/m²/day (converted from 20.90 MJ/m²/day).
Public EV charging infrastructure currently remains limited, with no dedicated stations within a 20km radius. This makes forward planning essential for visitors, while residents increasingly turn to home-based solutions. Popular local EV models like the Polestar 2 (625km range) and Subaru Solterra (485km range) highlight the practical need for reliable charging options in this remote location.
Most modern EVs in Bathurst Island use CCS2 or Type 2 connectors, compatible with popular models including the Audi Q5 PHEV and Volvo XC90 PHEV. While major networks like Chargefox aren’t yet established locally, these standard connectors future-proof vehicles for regional travel.
The real charging hero here is solar power. With solar radiation levels 35% higher than Australia’s average, homeowners can fully charge a Land Rover Range Rover PHEV’s 19.3kWh battery in under 4 sunny hours using a 5kW system. For the typical Bathurst Island household driving 50km daily, a 6kW solar setup could cover both home energy needs and EV charging for under $200/year in grid electricity costs.
Local EV owners rave about pairing 7.2kW home chargers with solar storage systems. Take the Audi Q5 PHEV – its 55km electric range costs just $1.20 to replenish using solar versus $4.80 on grid power. Over a year, that’s $1,314 saved while reducing CO₂ emissions by 2.3 tonnes.
As Bathurst Island’s EV community grows, solar-powered home charging emerges as the smart choice. Whether you’re charging a practical Polestar 2 or a family-friendly Volvo XC90 PHEV, harnessing the Territory’s legendary sunshine slashes costs while keeping true to eco-conscious values. Ready to join the charge? Local solar installers can design systems that power both your home and vehicle – the ultimate step in sustainable island living.