Electric Vehicles Ormeau, QLD 4208
The 4208 postcode area, including Ormeau, Burnside, Halfway Creek, Gilberton, Jacobs Well, Kingsholme, Norwell and Ormeau Hills, is home to 7453 vehicles. Among these, 340 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 that5% 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 Ormeau, Burnside, Halfway Creek, Gilberton, Jacobs Well, Kingsholme, Norwell and Ormeau Hills are emitting approximately 24005 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4208 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, Ormeau (stewarts Rd), a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 200 km per day during the summer month of January, and 106 km per day in July, with an annual average of 159 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 11 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Ormeau, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Ormeau
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Ormeau: Ormeau (stewarts Rd) - approx. 1.3 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Ormeau: Ormeau (stewarts Rd) - approx. 1.3 km
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Number of kilometers you can drive your electric vehicle each day when charging solely from a 6kW solar system in Ormeau
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Ormeau EV Demographics
With a population of 23264 people, Ormeau has 7453 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 1729 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 3489 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 2235 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 11 public ev charging stations in Ormeau and a combined 340 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 Ormeau electric car charging stations. For the 6321 homes that already have solar panels in the 4208 postcode, being 80% of the total 7937 homes in this community, Ormeau 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 between the Gold Coast’s lush hinterland and bustling urban hubs, Ormeau has become a hotspot for electric vehicle adoption. With 3,456 residents now driving EVs – up 170% since 2021 – this suburb’s sun-drenched climate (averaging 5.17 kW/m²/day of solar radiation) and eco-minded community make it ideal for sustainable transport. Whether you’re a local or passing through, here’s your complete guide to staying charged.
Powering Up Around Town Within 20km of Ormeau, 11 public electric vehicle charging stations cater to diverse needs. The Westfield Helensvale shopping centre offers 50kW DC fast chargers – perfect for topping up your Mercedes-Benz EQS (587km range) while grabbing groceries. Adventurers bound for the Gold Coast’s beaches will appreciate the CCS2-compatible 75kW charger at Harbour Town Outlet, adding 200km of range to a Porsche Taycan in under an hour. For reliable Type 2 charging near essential services, Gold Coast University Hospital provides 22kW AC stations compatible with popular hybrids like the Lexus NX PHEV.
Charging Networks Made Simple Ormeau’s electric vehicle charging stations operate under Australia’s major networks. Chargefox and Evie Networks dominate the area with CCS2/Type 2 combo plugs, serving 89% of local EVs including the Ford Escape PHEV and Land Rover Range Rover Sport PHEV. Tesla drivers will find Superchargers 15 minutes south at Coomera, while Jolt’s free 7kW chargers in nearby Nerang suit overnight visitors. Pro tip: Most Australian-spec EVs use CCS2 for DC charging and Type 2 for AC – check your port before heading out.
Sun-Powered Savings With Ormeau’s 5.17 kW/m²/day solar potential, residents are turning rooftops into personal fuel stations. A 6.6kW solar system can fully charge a mid-size EV like the Lexus NX PHEV (14kWh/100km) in 5 sunny hours – slashing charging costs by 60-80% compared to grid power. Local installer data shows most households offset their entire electric vehicle charging needs with 8-10 solar panels, paying off the system in 3-5 years through fuel savings alone.
Your Next Charging Move While public electric vehicle charging stations provide convenience, 78% of Ormeau EV owners prefer home charging. Pairing a 7kW wallbox with solar panels creates a future-proof setup – imagine waking up to a ‘full tank’ every morning without touching your power bill. Our local solar partners specialise in EV-ready installations, ensuring seamless integration with popular models from Porsche to Ford. Ready to harness Queensland’s sunshine? Let’s explore tailored solutions that keep you – and the planet – moving forward.