Electric Vehicles Elphinstone, QLD 4361
The 4361 postcode area, including Elphinstone, Back Plains, Clifton, Ellangowan, Headington Hill, Kings Creek, Manapouri, Missen Flat, Mount Molar, Nevilton, Pilton, Ryeford, Sandy Camp, Spring Creek, Upper Pilton and Victoria Hill, is home to 990 vehicles. Among these, 16 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 Elphinstone, Back Plains, Clifton, Ellangowan, Headington Hill, Kings Creek, Manapouri, Missen Flat, Mount Molar, Nevilton, Pilton, Ryeford, Sandy Camp, Spring Creek, Upper Pilton and Victoria Hill are emitting approximately 3150 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4361 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, Hillside, 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 106 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 0 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Elphinstone, 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 Elphinstone: Hillside - approx. 4.9 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Elphinstone: Hillside - approx. 4.9 km
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Elphinstone EV Demographics
With a population of 2435 people, Elphinstone has 990 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 320 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 383 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 287 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Elphinstone and a combined 16 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 Elphinstone electric car charging stations. For the 622 homes that already have solar panels in the 4361 postcode, being 55% of the total 1137 homes in this community, Elphinstone 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 Central Victoria, Elphinstone is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This tight-knit community of 2,435 residents has seen a steady rise in EV adoption, reflecting Australia’s broader shift towards sustainable transport. In 2021, just 12 electric vehicles (all plug-in hybrids) were registered here. By 2023, that number grew to 16 – a 33% increase – showcasing locals’ growing enthusiasm for cleaner mobility. With abundant sunshine averaging 19 MJ/m²/day (about 5.3 kW/m²/day), eco-conscious drivers are perfectly positioned to combine solar energy with EV ownership.
While Elphinstone itself currently lacks public charging stations, nearby towns within a 20km radius offer essential infrastructure. Popular destinations like Castlemaine’s historic precinct or Kyneton’s boutique shopping areas often feature charging points, making day trips practical for EV owners. These locations typically provide Type 2 (Mennekes) connectors, compatible with popular local models like the Toyota bZ4X and Volvo XC60 PHEV. For faster charging, CCS2 ports – used by vehicles like the Kia Sorento PHEV – are increasingly common in regional hubs.
Most Elphinstone EV owners rely on home charging, particularly given the suburb’s excellent solar potential. A typical 6kW solar system here generates about 26kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Peugeot 508 PHEV’s 13.2kWh battery while still powering household appliances. Over a year, solar-charged driving could save $800–$1,200 compared to petrol costs, depending on mileage. The Toyota bZ4X’s 71kWh battery illustrates solar’s scalability: charged during daylight hours, it achieves 535km range for just $12 in solar ‘fuel’ versus $90 for equivalent petrol.
With popular PHEVs like the Volvo XC60 (81km electric range) and Porsche Cayenne (42km range) suiting Elphinstone’s mix of short commutes and longer drives, home charging makes practical sense. A 7kW wallbox fully charges most vehicles overnight, while daytime solar topping extends electric-only driving. Local solar installers can design systems that offset both home and transport energy needs – a smart move given Queensland’s 8c/kWh solar feed-in tariffs versus 28c/kWh grid rates.
Ready to join Elphinstone’s green driving movement? Pairing an electric vehicle home charger with solar panels creates an energy-independent solution tailored to our sunny climate. For personalised advice on solar-powered EV charging systems, connect with trusted Central Victoria installers through our local network – your gateway to cleaner, cheaper driving under our wide blue skies.