Electric Vehicles Parkinson, QLD 4115
The 4115 postcode area, including Parkinson and Algester, is home to 6253 vehicles. Among these, 452 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 that7% 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 Parkinson and Algester are emitting approximately 16606 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4115 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, Acacia Ridge Bcc, 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 38 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Parkinson, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Parkinson
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Parkinson: Acacia Ridge Bcc - approx. 2.6 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Parkinson: Acacia Ridge Bcc - approx. 2.6 km
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Parkinson EV Demographics
With a population of 19307 people, Parkinson has 6253 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 1873 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 2941 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 1439 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 38 public ev charging stations in Parkinson and a combined 452 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 Parkinson electric car charging stations. For the 4933 homes that already have solar panels in the 4115 postcode, being 72% of the total 6818 homes in this community, Parkinson 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 Brisbane’s southern suburbs, Parkinson is quietly becoming a hotspot for electric vehicle (EV) adoption. With 452 EVs registered in 2023 – a 107% increase from 2021 – this eco-conscious community is embracing sustainable transport under Queensland’s sunny skies. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, here’s your complete guide to keeping your EV powered in Parkinson.
Parkinson residents enjoy access to 38 public charging stations within a 20km radius. The Parkinson Central Shopping Centre offers convenient Type 2 chargers near supermarkets, perfect for topping up while grabbing groceries. For faster options, the Ipswich Motorway Service Centre features 120kW DC chargers compatible with CCS2 connectors, giving models like the Tesla Model Y an 80% charge in under 30 minutes. Visitors exploring nearby wetlands will appreciate the dual CCS2/Type 2 chargers at Calamvale District Park, blending nature excursions with practical charging.
Three major networks service the area:
- Chargefox: Australia’s largest network, with ultra-rapid 350kW stations
- Tesla Superchargers: Exclusive to Tesla vehicles
- Jolt: Free 7kWh daily charges at selected locations
Most Parkinson EV owners drive vehicles using CCS2 (Tesla Model Y, LDV Mifa9) or Type 2 connectors (MG HS PHEV, Volkswagen Touareg PHEV). CHAdeMO ports remain rare but available at select stations.
With Parkinson receiving 5.14 kWh/m²/day of solar radiation (equivalent to 18.50 MJ/m²/day), solar-powered charging makes financial sense. A 5kW solar system can fully charge a Tesla Model Y’s 60kWh battery in 5 sunny hours, saving $657 annually compared to grid charging (based on 15,000km driving). The MG HS PHEV’s smaller 13.2kWh battery charges completely in 3 hours using excess solar – perfect for commuters.
As EV registrations outpace ICE vehicles (452 vs 13838 in 2023), Parkinson’s charging infrastructure keeps growing. Whether you’re searching for ‘electric vehicle chargers near me’ or considering long-term savings, combining home charging with solar panels offers the ultimate convenience. Local installers can design systems that power both your home and EV sustainably. Ready to join Parkinson’s electric revolution? The sun’s already on your side.