Electric Vehicles Curra, QLD 4570
The 4570 postcode area, including Curra, Gympie Dc, Sandy Creek, Amamoor, Amamoor Creek, Anderleigh, Araluen, Banks Pocket, Beenaam Valley, Bella Creek, Bells Bridge, Bollier, Brooloo, Calgoa, Calico Creek, Canina, Cedar Pocket, Chatsworth, Coles Creek, Coondoo, Corella, Dagun, Downsfield, East Deep Creek, Fishermans Pocket, Gilldora, Glanmire, Glastonbury, Glen Echo, Glenwood, Goomboorian, Greens Creek, Gunalda, Gympie, Imbil, Jones Hill, Kandanga, Kandanga Creek, Kanigan, Kia Ora, Kybong, Lagoon Pocket, Lake Borumba, Langshaw, Long Flat, Lower Wonga, Marodian, Marys Creek, Mcintosh Creek, Melawondi, Miva, Monkland, Mooloo, Mothar Mountain, Munna Creek, Nahrunda, Neerdie, Neusa Vale, North Deep Creek, Paterson, Pie Creek, Ross Creek, Scotchy Pocket, Scrubby Creek, Sexton, Southside, St Mary, Tamaree, Tandur, The Dawn, The Palms, Theebine, Toolara, Toolara Forest, Traveston, Tuchekoi, Two Mile, Upper Glastonbury, Upper Kandanga, Veteran, Victory Heights, Wallu, Widgee, Widgee Crossing North, Widgee Crossing South, Wilsons Pocket, Wolvi, Woolooga and Woondum, is home to 16460 vehicles. Among these, 357 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 Curra, Gympie Dc, Sandy Creek, Amamoor, Amamoor Creek, Anderleigh, Araluen, Banks Pocket, Beenaam Valley, Bella Creek, Bells Bridge, Bollier, Brooloo, Calgoa, Calico Creek, Canina, Cedar Pocket, Chatsworth, Coles Creek, Coondoo, Corella, Dagun, Downsfield, East Deep Creek, Fishermans Pocket, Gilldora, Glanmire, Glastonbury, Glen Echo, Glenwood, Goomboorian, Greens Creek, Gunalda, Gympie, Imbil, Jones Hill, Kandanga, Kandanga Creek, Kanigan, Kia Ora, Kybong, Lagoon Pocket, Lake Borumba, Langshaw, Long Flat, Lower Wonga, Marodian, Marys Creek, Mcintosh Creek, Melawondi, Miva, Monkland, Mooloo, Mothar Mountain, Munna Creek, Nahrunda, Neerdie, Neusa Vale, North Deep Creek, Paterson, Pie Creek, Ross Creek, Scotchy Pocket, Scrubby Creek, Sexton, Southside, St Mary, Tamaree, Tandur, The Dawn, The Palms, Theebine, Toolara, Toolara Forest, Traveston, Tuchekoi, Two Mile, Upper Glastonbury, Upper Kandanga, Veteran, Victory Heights, Wallu, Widgee, Widgee Crossing North, Widgee Crossing South, Wilsons Pocket, Wolvi, Woolooga and Woondum are emitting approximately 50734 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4570 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, Curra, 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 112 km per day in July, with an annual average of 159 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 4 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Curra, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Curra
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Curra: Curra - approx. 88 m
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Curra: Curra - approx. 88 m
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Curra EV Demographics
With a population of 42720 people, Curra has 16460 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 5595 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 6573 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 4292 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 4 public ev charging stations in Curra and a combined 357 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 Curra electric car charging stations. For the 14335 homes that already have solar panels in the 4570 postcode, being 75% of the total 19235 homes in this community, Curra 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
Curra’s electric vehicle (EV) revolution is charging ahead – quite literally. With 357 EVs registered in 2023 (a 153% jump from 2021), this Sunshine Coast suburb is embracing sustainable transport faster than a Porsche Taycan hits 100km/h. Blessed with 300+ days of sunshine annually and a community passionate about reducing emissions, Curra offers the perfect environment for EV owners to thrive.
Power Up Around Town Four public electric vehicle charging stations sit within a 20km radius of Curra, blending convenience with practicality. The Curra Plaza Shopping Centre’s dual-port station (CCS2/Type 2) lets you shop while charging at 22kW speeds – ideal for local favourites like the MINI Countryman BEV. Adventurers bound for the Sunshine Coast hinterland often top up at the Noosa Civic Centre’s 50kW ultra-rapid charger (CCS2/CHAdeMO/Type 2), while the Sunshine Coast University Hospital’s 75kW station keeps emergency visitors mobile. All locations offer contactless payment and 24/7 access.
Charging Networks Made Simple Major providers like Chargefox and Evie Networks service Curra, with Tesla Superchargers available 25 minutes away in Maroochydore. Most stations use Australia’s standard CCS2 and Type 2 connectors – perfect for popular models like the LDV eT60 ute (CCS2) or BMW 5 Series PHEV (Type 2). CHAdeMO users will find support at select locations, though newer EVs increasingly favour CCS2.
Sun-Powered Savings Curra’s 5.22kW/m²/day solar radiation (converted from 18.80MJ/m²/day) makes rooftop panels an EV owner’s best friend. A 5kW solar system can fully charge a Lexus RZ’s 71kWh battery in two sunny days – slashing charging costs by 60-80%. For the practical LDV eT60 driving 15,000km annually, solar charging saves about $1,200 compared to grid power. With 8-10 year payback periods for solar systems, it’s a bright financial move.
Your Personal Power Station Why queue at public chargers when your driveway can become a renewable fuel stop? Modern home chargers like the Zappi V2 seamlessly integrate with solar systems, prioritising free sunshine over grid electricity. For the 48 battery-only EVs registered in Curra last year, this means waking up to a ‘full tank’ every morning without touching household bills.
Ready to join Curra’s electric evolution? Pairing a home charging station with solar panels could save you thousands while reducing emissions. Our team connects locals with accredited installers for tailored solutions – because your EV deserves clean, affordable energy that matches Curra’s eco-friendly spirit.