Electric Vehicles North Arm, QLD 4561
The 4561 postcode area, including North Arm, Bridges, Maroochy River, Ninderry, Valdora, Yandina and Yandina Creek, is home to 2824 vehicles. Among these, 105 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 that4% 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 North Arm, Bridges, Maroochy River, Ninderry, Valdora, Yandina and Yandina Creek are emitting approximately 10013 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4561 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, Eumundi - Crescent Rd, 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 112 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 14 public EV charging stations within 20 km of North Arm, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in North Arm
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to North Arm: Eumundi - Crescent Rd - approx. 4.4 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to North Arm: Eumundi - Crescent Rd - approx. 4.4 km
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North Arm EV Demographics
With a population of 8159 people, North Arm has 2824 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 630 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 1232 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 962 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 14 public ev charging stations in North Arm and a combined 105 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 North Arm electric car charging stations. For the 2722 homes that already have solar panels in the 4561 postcode, being 89% of the total 3072 homes in this community, North Arm 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
North Arm’s embrace of electric vehicles (EVs) is accelerating faster than a Tesla in Ludicrous Mode. This leafy Sunshine Coast suburb, home to 8,159 residents, has seen EV registrations jump 102% since 2021 – from just 52 electric cars to 105 today. With its eco-conscious community and abundant sunshine (averaging 18.4 MJ/m²/day, equivalent to 5.1 kW/m²/day of solar potential), North Arm offers ideal conditions for sustainable driving.
Powering Up Around Town Within a 20km radius, drivers can access 14 public electric vehicle charging stations. The North Arm Shopping Centre’s dual-port charger remains a local favourite, offering CCS2 and Type 2 connectors while you grab groceries. Adventure-seekers appreciate the fast-charging station near Booloumba Creek Day Use Area – perfect for topping up your GWM Ora (310km range) before exploring the Conondale Ranges. For those needing a charge while running errands, the Nambour General Hospital’s reliable Type 2 charger provides peace of mind.
Seamless Charging Networks Major providers like Chargefox and Evie Networks ensure compatibility with popular models. The CCS2 connector – used by 80% of new EVs including the BYD Seal (510km range) – dominates local fast-charging stations. Type 2 (Mennekes) chargers cater to hybrids like the BMW X3 PHEV, while CHAdeMO ports remain available for older models. Most stations offer contactless payment, eliminating the need for multiple network apps.
Harnessing Sunshine for Savings With North Arm’s solar radiation translating to 5.1 kW/m²/day, homeowners can charge EVs using sunlight for 8-10 months annually. A 6kW solar system generates enough energy to power a BYD Seal’s 13.8kWh/100km consumption for 50km of daily driving – potentially eliminating fuel costs. Pairing solar panels with a home charger (like the popular 7kW wallboxes) can slash charging expenses by 70-80% compared to public stations.
Future-Proof Your Drive As North Arm’s EV fleet grows (23 new battery-only vehicles registered in 2023 alone), early adopters are reaping rewards. The average local solar system pays for itself in 3-5 years through combined home and EV charging savings. Considering installation? Local solar professionals can design systems that offset both household usage and 15,000km of annual driving – perfect for Sunshine Coast commuters.
Ready to join North Arm’s electric revolution? Exploring home charging solutions with solar integration could save thousands over your EV’s lifespan. For tailored advice on maximising Sunshine Coast’s solar potential, connect with certified local installers who understand North Arm’s unique energy landscape.