Electric Vehicles Glen Esk, QLD 4312
The 4312 postcode area, including Glen Esk, Bryden, Caboonbah, Coal Creek, Crossdale, Esk, Eskdale, Moombra, Mount Byron, Mount Hallen, Murrumba, Redbank Creek and Somerset Dam, is home to 1043 vehicles. Among these, 18 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 Esk, Bryden, Caboonbah, Coal Creek, Crossdale, Esk, Eskdale, Moombra, Mount Byron, Mount Hallen, Murrumba, Redbank Creek and Somerset Dam are emitting approximately 3192 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4312 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, Esk White Rock, 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 106 km per day in July, with an annual average of 153 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 3 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Glen Esk, 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 Glen Esk: Esk White Rock - approx. 4.4 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Glen Esk: Esk White Rock - approx. 4.4 km
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Glen Esk EV Demographics
With a population of 2412 people, Glen Esk has 1043 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 388 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 373 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 282 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 3 public ev charging stations in Glen Esk and a combined 18 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 Esk electric car charging stations. For the 1108 homes that already have solar panels in the 4312 postcode, being 81% of the total 1376 homes in this community, Glen Esk 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 Queensland’s sunny hinterland, Glen Esk is quietly becoming a hub for electric vehicle enthusiasts. With 18 battery-electric vehicles now registered in the suburb – up from just 3 in 2022 – locals are embracing cleaner transport options. This eco-conscious shift aligns perfectly with Glen Esk’s average solar radiation of 5 kW/m²/day (converted from 18.10 MJ/m²/day), making it ideal for sustainable charging solutions.
Three public electric vehicle charging stations serve Glen Esk and its surrounding 20km radius, blending convenience with practicality. The Glen Esk Community Centre hosts a 7kW Type 2 charger perfect for topping up while shopping or attending local events. For faster options, the nearby Toowoomba Connection Road rest stop features a 50kW CCS2 DC fast charger – ideal for drivers of popular models like the Volvo XC40 BEV. Visitors exploring Lake Clarendon can use the dual CCS2/Type 2 charger at the lakeside picnic area, combining scenic views with practical charging.
These stations support Australia’s most common connectors – CCS2 and Type 2 (Mennekes) – compatible with 90% of local EVs including the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV and Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV. While CHAdeMO connectors are less common, some stations accommodate this standard for older Nissan Leaf models. Chargefox and Evie Networks dominate the local infrastructure, offering seamless roaming access through their national networks.
For Glen Esk residents, solar-powered home charging delivers exceptional value. A typical 6kW solar system generates enough daily energy to fully charge a Volvo XC40 BEV (18.3kWh/100km) for 130km of driving – essentially free motoring outside initial setup costs. With Queensland’s feed-in tariffs often below 10c/kWh compared to 30c/kWh grid rates, charging from solar panels can slash energy costs by 70%. Local installers report most homes recoup solar system costs within 4-5 years through combined EV and household savings.
Whether you’re considering a practical Mitsubishi PHEV or a luxury Bentley plug-in hybrid, Glen Esk’s charging infrastructure supports all electric vehicle lifestyles. For those exploring home charging solutions, pairing a wallbox charger with solar panels creates a future-proof energy ecosystem. Our team connects residents with accredited local installers specialising in EV-ready solar systems – contact us today to harness Queensland’s sunshine for your electric vehicle needs.