Electric Vehicles Kalkie, QLD 4670
The 4670 postcode area, including Kalkie, Bundaberg Dc, Burnett Downs, Glenforest, Oakwood, Santa Fe Heights, Windermere, Abbotsford, Alloway, Ashfield, Avenell Heights, Avoca, Avondale, Bargara, Branyan, Bucca, Bundaberg, Bundaberg Central, Bundaberg East, Bundaberg North, Bundaberg South, Bundaberg West, Burnett Heads, Calavos, Coonarr, Coral Cove, Electra, Elliott, Elliott Heads, Fairymead, Givelda, Gooburrum, Innes Park, Kensington, Kepnock, Kinkuna, Meadowvale, Millbank, Mon Repos, Moore Park, Moore Park Beach, Moorland, Mullett Creek, Norville, Pine Creek, Qunaba, Rubyanna, Sharon, South Bingera, South Kolan, Svensson Heights, Thabeban, Walkervale, Watalgan, Welcome Creek, Winfield and Woongarra, is home to 30206 vehicles. Among these, 632 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 Kalkie, Bundaberg Dc, Burnett Downs, Glenforest, Oakwood, Santa Fe Heights, Windermere, Abbotsford, Alloway, Ashfield, Avenell Heights, Avoca, Avondale, Bargara, Branyan, Bucca, Bundaberg, Bundaberg Central, Bundaberg East, Bundaberg North, Bundaberg South, Bundaberg West, Burnett Heads, Calavos, Coonarr, Coral Cove, Electra, Elliott, Elliott Heads, Fairymead, Givelda, Gooburrum, Innes Park, Kensington, Kepnock, Kinkuna, Meadowvale, Millbank, Mon Repos, Moore Park, Moore Park Beach, Moorland, Mullett Creek, Norville, Pine Creek, Qunaba, Rubyanna, Sharon, South Bingera, South Kolan, Svensson Heights, Thabeban, Walkervale, Watalgan, Welcome Creek, Winfield and Woongarra are emitting approximately 82890 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4670 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, Bundaberg Ashfield Rd, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 212 km per day during the summer month of January, and 124 km per day in July, with an annual average of 171 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 5 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Kalkie, 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 Kalkie: Bundaberg Ashfield Rd - approx. 1.4 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Kalkie: Bundaberg Ashfield Rd - approx. 1.4 km
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Kalkie EV Demographics
With a population of 78116 people, Kalkie has 30206 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 12316 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 11473 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 6417 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 5 public ev charging stations in Kalkie and a combined 632 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 Kalkie electric car charging stations. For the 22385 homes that already have solar panels in the 4670 postcode, being 63% of the total 35764 homes in this community, Kalkie 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, Kalkie is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This eco-conscious community, blessed with over 300 days of sunshine annually, has seen registered EVs surge by 122% since 2021 – jumping from 285 to 632 vehicles by 2023. With nearly 5,000 solar-powered homes already harnessing the region’s abundant 5.6kWh/m²/day solar potential, it’s clear Kalkie residents are driving towards a cleaner future.
Five public charging stations within a 20km radius make EV ownership convenient for locals and visitors alike. The Kalkie Shopping Centre’s dual-port station (CCS2/Type 2) offers 50kW fast charging while you shop, while the Bundaberg Botanic Gardens’ charger combines Type 2 and CHAdeMO connectors with scenic relaxation spots. For those visiting loved ones, the Friendly Society Hospital provides 22kW Type 2 charging – perfect for topping up during appointments.
Major networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks ensure compatibility with popular models. The CCS2 standard powers workhorses like the LDV eDeliver7 (43-minute fast charge) and Peugeot Partner BEV (258km range), while Type 2 connectors suit the BMW X3 PHEV and Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV. Even luxury drivers aren’t left out – the Rolls-Royce Spectre’s 555km range pairs beautifully with Kalkie’s charging infrastructure.
Harnessing Kalkie’s solar potential could revolutionise your charging routine. A typical 6.6kW solar system generates about 26kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Peugeot Partner BEV weekly or deliver 120km range for daily commutes. With Queensland’s 13c/kWh solar feed-in tariff, daytime charging could save $600+ annually compared to grid power.
Ready to join Kalkie’s green driving revolution? Pairing a home charger with solar panels lets you fuel your EV for less than 5c/km. Local installers can help design systems that keep your wheels turning on pure Queensland sunshine – because in Kalkie, the future of driving isn’t just electric, it’s positively radiant.