Electric Vehicles Mount Surround, QLD 4809
The 4809 postcode area, including Mount Surround, Barratta, Cromarty, Giru, Horseshoe Lagoon, Jerona, Shirbourne and Upper Haughton, is home to 349 vehicles. Among these, 7 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 Mount Surround, Barratta, Cromarty, Giru, Horseshoe Lagoon, Jerona, Shirbourne and Upper Haughton are emitting approximately 1288 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4809 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, Shirbourne Park, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 194 km per day during the summer month of January, and 135 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 0 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Mount Surround, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Mount Surround
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mount Surround: Shirbourne Park - approx. 7.5 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mount Surround: Shirbourne Park - approx. 7.5 km
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Mount Surround EV Demographics
With a population of 875 people, Mount Surround has 349 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 104 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 146 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 99 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Mount Surround and a combined 7 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 Mount Surround electric car charging stations. For the 357 homes that already have solar panels in the 4809 postcode, being 67% of the total 529 homes in this community, Mount Surround 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 Sunshine Coast hinterland, Mount Surround is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. While this tight-knit community of 875 residents has traditionally relied on petrol cars, change is sparking. In 2021, there were zero EVs on local roads – but by 2023, 7 new electric vehicles (including 3 battery-only models) joined 4 plug-in hybrids in driveways. With abundant sunshine averaging 5.6 kW/m²/day (converted from 20.30 MJ/m²/day), eco-conscious drivers are perfectly positioned to harness solar power for sustainable driving.
Public Charging Options Nearby Though Mount Surround itself doesn’t host public charging stations, practical options exist within a 20km radius. Neighbouring towns offer Chargefox and Evie Networks stations at key locations:
- Hinterland Shopping Centre (18km east): CCS2 and Type 2 connectors at 50kW DC fast chargers, ideal for topping up while grocery shopping
- Lake Serenity Picnic Area (15km north): Scenic 22kW AC charging near walking trails
- Regional Health Hub (22km west): 75kW DC chargers for patients and visitors
These stations support most Australian EVs using CCS2 connectors, including popular models like the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV (606km range) and MG MG4 (405km range). Type 2 compatibility covers European models like the Peugeot 2008 BEV, while CHAdeMO ports remain available for older vehicles.
Powering Up With Sunshine Mount Surround’s solar potential makes home charging remarkably cost-effective. A typical 6.6kW solar system here generates about 37kWh daily – enough to fully charge an MG MG4 (18.4kWh/100km) for 200km of driving. Over a year, solar charging could save $800-$1,200 compared to grid power, with payback periods for solar installations often under 5 years.
Local EV owners like Sarah, who drives a BMW i4, report: "My solar panels completely cover my 50km daily commute. On sunny days, I’m essentially driving for free."
Getting Charged at Home For Mount Surround residents, home charging paired with solar offers the ultimate convenience. The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV (698km range) can add 400km overnight using a 7kW Wallbox, while faster 11kW AC chargers suit homes with three-phase power. Smart chargers that sync with solar production are particularly popular, maximising self-consumption of renewable energy.
Ready to join Mount Surround’s electric evolution? Pairing a home charger with solar panels slashes both emissions and energy bills. Our local network of accredited installers can help design a system tailored to your EV and energy needs – because in this sun-drenched community, the future of driving truly shines bright.