Electric Vehicles Delta, QLD 4805
The 4805 postcode area, including Delta, Rose Bay, Binbee, Bogie, Bowen, Brisk Bay, Gumlu, Guthalungra, Merinda and Queens Beach, is home to 3852 vehicles. Among these, 61 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 Delta, Rose Bay, Binbee, Bogie, Bowen, Brisk Bay, Gumlu, Guthalungra, Merinda and Queens Beach are emitting approximately 11560 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4805 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, Bowen Pump Station Alert, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 206 km per day during the summer month of January, and 141 km per day in July, with an annual average of 182 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 Delta, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Delta
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Delta: Bowen Pump Station Alert - approx. 1.5 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Delta: Bowen Pump Station Alert - approx. 1.5 km
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Delta EV Demographics
With a population of 10111 people, Delta has 3852 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 1439 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 1578 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 835 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Delta and a combined 61 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 Delta electric car charging stations. For the 2605 homes that already have solar panels in the 4805 postcode, being 54% of the total 4831 homes in this community, Delta 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 sunny Queensland, Delta is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This eco-conscious suburb, home to over 10,000 residents, has seen EV registrations skyrocket by 190% since 2021 – jumping from just 21 plug-in hybrids to 61 electric vehicles by 2023. With abundant sunshine averaging 5.94 kW/m²/day (converted from 21.40 MJ/m²/day), Delta’s climate isn’t just perfect for beach days – it’s ideal for powering EVs sustainably.
While Delta itself is still expanding its public charging infrastructure, drivers can access stations within a 20km radius. Popular nearby locations include shopping centres with fast-charging hubs, regional hospitals offering convenient charging bays, and coastal tourist spots where you can top up while exploring. These sites typically feature CCS2 and Type 2 connectors, compatible with most models like the BYD Seal (510km range) and Nissan Leaf (311km range). CHAdeMO ports, used by older Leaf models, are less common but available at select stations.
Major networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks service the region, ensuring compatibility across brands. The Porsche Panamera PHEV and Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV owners will find Type 2 connectors readily available, while CCS2 users can charge at up to 350kW speeds where supported. Always check your vehicle’s compatibility before visiting public stations.
For Delta residents, solar-powered home charging offers unmatched convenience and savings. A typical 5kW solar system here generates about 25kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Nissan Leaf (17.1kWh/100km) and power 146km of emission-free driving. Over a year, this could save $800+ compared to grid electricity, with quicker payback times thanks to Queensland’s generous solar feed-in tariffs.
Considering an electric vehicle? Pairing a home charger with solar panels transforms your driveway into a private refuelling station. Local installers can design systems to match your EV’s needs – whether you’re charging a budget-friendly BYD Seal or a luxury Lexus RZ. Ready to harness Delta’s sunshine for cleaner, cheaper drives? Connect with certified solar professionals in our area to start your sustainable journey today.