Electric Vehicles Watalgan, QLD 4670
The 4670 postcode area, including Watalgan, 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, Kalkie, 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, 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 Watalgan, 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, Kalkie, 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, 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, Watalgan Winfield 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 118 km per day in July, with an annual average of 165 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 Watalgan, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Watalgan
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Watalgan: Watalgan Winfield Rd - approx. 822 m
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Watalgan: Watalgan Winfield Rd - approx. 822 m
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Watalgan EV Demographics
With a population of 78116 people, Watalgan 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 Watalgan 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 Watalgan 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, Watalgan 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
Watalgan’s electric vehicle revolution is charging ahead – quite literally. With 632 EVs registered in 2023 (a 122% jump from 2021’s 285 vehicles), this sunny Queensland suburb is embracing cleaner transport. Blessed with 19.4 MJ/m²/day of solar radiation – equivalent to about 5.4 kW/m²/day – and a community passionate about sustainability, Watalgan offers ideal conditions for EV owners. Whether you’re a local or visitor, here’s your complete guide to staying powered up.
Five public charging stations serve Watalgan within a 20km radius, blending convenience with practicality. The Watalgan Town Centre charging hub offers 24/7 access with CCS2 and Type 2 connectors, perfect for topping up while shopping. Nature lovers appreciate the dual-port station at Riverside Park, where you can charge your Porsche Cayenne PHEV (using its Type 2 port) while enjoying riverside walks. For faster needs, the nearby Gateway Health Precinct features a 100kW DC charger – capable of giving a Peugeot 2008 BEV 80% charge in 30 minutes while you visit medical services.
Major networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks maintain these stations, ensuring compatibility with popular models. CCS2 connectors work seamlessly with Australian-spec EVs like the Volvo XC40 BEV (435km range) and Lexus UX BEV (560km range). Type 2 ports cater to plug-in hybrids like the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV. Tesla drivers can use adapters at compatible stations.
With Watalgan’s abundant sunshine, solar-powered home charging makes particular sense. A typical 5kW solar system here generates about 27kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Volvo XC40 BEV weekly while covering household needs. At current electricity rates, this could save $800+ annually compared to grid charging. The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV’s 55km electric range could be maintained entirely via solar for most local commutes.
Considering an EV charger at home? Pairing it with solar panels magnifies both environmental and financial benefits. Local installers can design systems to match your driving patterns – whether you need to support a Lexus UX BEV’s 12.8kWh/100km efficiency or a family’s multiple vehicles.
From public stations to sun-powered home solutions, Watalgan’s EV infrastructure supports greener driving without compromising convenience. As our streets welcome more electric models each year, there’s never been a better time to join the charge.