Electric Vehicles Glen Boughton, QLD 4871
The 4871 postcode area, including Glen Boughton, Four Mile Beach, Helenvale, Kidston, Koah, Mamu, Spurgeon, Abingdon Downs, Almaden, Aloomba, Amber, Aurukun, Basilisk, Bellenden Ker, Blackbull, Bolwarra, Bombeeta, Boogan, Bramston Beach, Bulleringa, Camp Creek, Chillagoe, Claraville, Coen, Conjuboy, Coralie, Cowley, Cowley Beach, Cowley Creek, Croydon, Crystalbrook, Currajah, Deeral, Desailly, East Creek, East Trinity, Edward River, Einasleigh, Esmeralda, Fishery Falls, Fitzroy Island, Forsayth, Fossilbrook, Georgetown, Germantown, Gilbert River, Gilberton, Green Island, Gununa, Hurricane, Julatten, Karron, Kowanyama, Kurrimine Beach, Lakeland, Lakeland Downs, Laura, Lockhart, Lower Cowley, Lyndhurst, Macalister Range, Mena Creek, Miriwinni, Mirriwinni, Moresby, Mornington Island, Mount Carbine, Mount Molloy, Mount Mulligan, Mount Surprise, Northhead, Nychum, Petford, Pormpuraaw, Portland Roads, Rookwood, Sandy Pocket, South Wellesley Islands, Southedge, Springfield, Stockton, Strathmore, Talaroo, Thornborough, Utchee Creek, Wangan, Warrubullen, Waugh Pocket, Wellesley Islands, West Wellesley Islands, Woopen Creek and Yarrabah, is home to 3095 vehicles. Among these, 66 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 Glen Boughton, Four Mile Beach, Helenvale, Kidston, Koah, Mamu, Spurgeon, Abingdon Downs, Almaden, Aloomba, Amber, Aurukun, Basilisk, Bellenden Ker, Blackbull, Bolwarra, Bombeeta, Boogan, Bramston Beach, Bulleringa, Camp Creek, Chillagoe, Claraville, Coen, Conjuboy, Coralie, Cowley, Cowley Beach, Cowley Creek, Croydon, Crystalbrook, Currajah, Deeral, Desailly, East Creek, East Trinity, Edward River, Einasleigh, Esmeralda, Fishery Falls, Fitzroy Island, Forsayth, Fossilbrook, Georgetown, Germantown, Gilbert River, Gilberton, Green Island, Gununa, Hurricane, Julatten, Karron, Kowanyama, Kurrimine Beach, Lakeland, Lakeland Downs, Laura, Lockhart, Lower Cowley, Lyndhurst, Macalister Range, Mena Creek, Miriwinni, Mirriwinni, Moresby, Mornington Island, Mount Carbine, Mount Molloy, Mount Mulligan, Mount Surprise, Northhead, Nychum, Petford, Pormpuraaw, Portland Roads, Rookwood, Sandy Pocket, South Wellesley Islands, Southedge, Springfield, Stockton, Strathmore, Talaroo, Thornborough, Utchee Creek, Wangan, Warrubullen, Waugh Pocket, Wellesley Islands, West Wellesley Islands, Woopen Creek and Yarrabah are emitting approximately 10609 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4871 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, Cairns Severin St, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 182 km per day during the summer month of January, and 135 km per day in July, with an annual average of 165 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 Glen Boughton, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Glen Boughton
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Glen Boughton: Cairns Severin St - approx. 6 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Glen Boughton: Cairns Severin St - approx. 6 km
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Glen Boughton EV Demographics
With a population of 9454 people, Glen Boughton has 3095 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 1072 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 1208 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 815 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Glen Boughton and a combined 66 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 Glen Boughton electric car charging stations. For the 1843 homes that already have solar panels in the 4871 postcode, being 45% of the total 4076 homes in this community, Glen Boughton 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, Glen Boughton is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This eco-conscious suburb, home to over 9,400 residents, has seen a remarkable 65% increase in EV registrations since 2021 – jumping from 40 electric vehicles to 66 in just two years. With its abundant sunshine (averaging 19.70 MJ/m²/day or 5.47 kW/m²/day solar radiation) and growing sustainability focus, Glen Boughton offers ideal conditions for EV owners to thrive.
While Glen Boughton itself currently lacks public charging stations, residents can access networks like Chargefox and Evie within a 20km radius. These providers offer fast-charging hubs at popular destinations including shopping centres, medical facilities, and tourist spots. The nearby Chargefox ultra-rapid station at North Lakes Shopping Centre (25km away) provides 350kW CCS2 chargers, capable of adding 100km of range in just 6 minutes for compatible vehicles.
Most modern EVs in Glen Boughton use CCS2 or Type 2 connectors, including popular local models like the Lexus RZ (470km range) and Peugeot Partner BEV. The Nissan Leaf remains a community favourite for its 311km range and CHAdeMO compatibility, though drivers should note this connector is becoming less common in newer stations. For hybrid owners like those with the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, home charging remains the most practical option.
Solar power presents a golden opportunity for Glen Boughton’s EV drivers. A typical 5kW rooftop solar system here generates about 22kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Nissan Leaf (17.1kWh/100km) while powering household needs. This translates to potential annual savings of $800-$1,200 compared to grid charging, with most systems paying for themselves in 3-5 years. Pairing solar with a smart charger like the Zappi allows drivers to prioritise solar energy for their vehicle, maximising both environmental and financial benefits.
As Glen Boughton’s EV community grows, home charging solutions are becoming increasingly popular. Local solar installers report a 40% increase in EV-specific installations since 2022. Whether you’re driving a compact Mazda MX-30 or a family-friendly Lexus RZ, combining solar power with a home charger offers the ultimate convenience. Ready to power your EV with Queensland sunshine? Our network of accredited Glen Boughton solar professionals can help design a system tailored to your driving needs and roof space – making clean, cost-effective charging as simple as parking in your driveway.