Electric Vehicles Woolein, QLD 4702
The 4702 postcode area, including Woolein, Anakie Siding, Arcturus, Bogantungan, Carnarvon Park, Central Queensland Mc, Cheeseborough, Comet, Dundula Creek, Gordonstone, Humboldt, Rannes, Rewan, Sapphire Central, Togara, Withersfield, Yalleroi, Alberta, Alsace, Alton Downs, Anakie, Argoon, Balcomba, Banana, Baralaba, Barnard, Bingegang, Blackdown, Bluff, Boolburra, Bouldercombe, Bushley, Canal Creek, Canoona, Cawarral, Consuelo, Coomoo, Coorooman, Coorumbene, Coowonga, Dalma, Dingo, Dixalea, Dululu, Dumpy Creek, Etna Creek, Fernlees, Gainsford, Garnant, Gemfields, Gindie, Glenroy, Gogango, Goomally, Goovigen, Goowarra, Gracemere, Jambin, Jardine, Jellinbah, Joskeleigh, Kabra, Kalapa, Keppel Sands, Kokotungo, Kunwarara, Lowesby, Mackenzie, Marmor, Midgee, Milman, Mimosa, Moonmera, Morinish, Morinish South, Mount Chalmers, Nine Mile, Parkhurst, Pheasant Creek, Pink Lily, Plum Tree, Ridgelands, Rolleston, Rossmoya, Rubyvale, Sapphire, Shoalwater, Smoky Creek, South Yaamba, Stanage, Stanwell, Stewarton, Tarramba, The Caves, The Gemfields, Thompson Point, Tungamull, Ulogie, Wallaroo, Westwood, Willows, Willows Gemfields, Wooroona, Wowan, Wycarbah and Yaraka, is home to 9423 vehicles. Among these, 206 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 Woolein, Anakie Siding, Arcturus, Bogantungan, Carnarvon Park, Central Queensland Mc, Cheeseborough, Comet, Dundula Creek, Gordonstone, Humboldt, Rannes, Rewan, Sapphire Central, Togara, Withersfield, Yalleroi, Alberta, Alsace, Alton Downs, Anakie, Argoon, Balcomba, Banana, Baralaba, Barnard, Bingegang, Blackdown, Bluff, Boolburra, Bouldercombe, Bushley, Canal Creek, Canoona, Cawarral, Consuelo, Coomoo, Coorooman, Coorumbene, Coowonga, Dalma, Dingo, Dixalea, Dululu, Dumpy Creek, Etna Creek, Fernlees, Gainsford, Garnant, Gemfields, Gindie, Glenroy, Gogango, Goomally, Goovigen, Goowarra, Gracemere, Jambin, Jardine, Jellinbah, Joskeleigh, Kabra, Kalapa, Keppel Sands, Kokotungo, Kunwarara, Lowesby, Mackenzie, Marmor, Midgee, Milman, Mimosa, Moonmera, Morinish, Morinish South, Mount Chalmers, Nine Mile, Parkhurst, Pheasant Creek, Pink Lily, Plum Tree, Ridgelands, Rolleston, Rossmoya, Rubyvale, Sapphire, Shoalwater, Smoky Creek, South Yaamba, Stanage, Stanwell, Stewarton, Tarramba, The Caves, The Gemfields, Thompson Point, Tungamull, Ulogie, Wallaroo, Westwood, Willows, Willows Gemfields, Wooroona, Wowan, Wycarbah and Yaraka are emitting approximately 30545 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4702 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, Rannes, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 206 km per day during the summer month of January, and 124 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 Woolein, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Woolein
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Woolein: Rannes - approx. 17 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Woolein: Rannes - approx. 17 km
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Woolein EV Demographics
With a population of 25902 people, Woolein has 9423 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 2673 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 3842 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 2908 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Woolein and a combined 206 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 Woolein electric car charging stations. For the 6050 homes that already have solar panels in the 4702 postcode, being 52% of the total 11695 homes in this community, Woolein 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 sunny landscape, Woolein is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This eco-conscious suburb, blessed with over 300 days of sunshine annually, has seen EV registrations leap from 93 in 2021 to 206 in 2023 – a 121% surge. While plug-in hybrids dominate local driveways (197 of the 206 EVs registered in 2023), battery-electric models like the MG4 and Mercedes-Benz EQS are gaining traction. Let’s explore how Woolein residents keep their EVs powered.
Public EV Charging in Woolein Woolein itself currently lacks public charging stations, but nearby hubs within a 20km radius fill the gap. The Toowoomba Grand Central shopping centre offers 50kW DC fast chargers compatible with CCS2 connectors – perfect for topping up your Audi e-tron while grabbing groceries. Medical visitors often use the EVie Networks station near St. Vincent’s Hospital, featuring 75kW ultra-rapid charging. For those exploring the Darling Downs, the Chargefox hub at Highfields Pioneer Village provides 350kW charging, capable of adding 400km to a Porsche Taycan in just 15 minutes.
Charging Networks & Compatibility Major networks like Chargefox, EVie Networks, and Tesla Superchargers service the region. CCS2 remains the gold standard for modern EVs like the Mercedes EQS and MG4, while Type 2 (Mennekes) connectors suit hybrids like the BMW X3 PHEV. Though CHAdeMO ports exist, their relevance is fading outside niche models. Always check your vehicle’s port type – most Australian-spec EVs use CCS2 for DC fast charging.
Solar-Powered Home Charging: Woolein’s Secret Weapon With solar radiation averaging 5.6 kWh/m²/day (converted from 20.20 MJ/m²/day), Woolein homes can slash charging costs dramatically. A 6.6kW solar system generates enough daily energy to power an MG4 for 145km – covering most local commutes. For heavier users, the Mercedes EQS’s 23kWh/100km consumption still costs just $4.70 per 100km using solar versus $18.40 on grid power. Battery-only owners reap the most savings, but even PHEV drivers can halve fuel bills by charging overnight from solar-stored energy.
Local EV owners rave about pairing 7kW home chargers with solar systems. ‘My Taycan charges fully in 9 hours using just sunlight,’ shares resident Sarah K. ‘It feels great knowing my luxury car runs on renewable energy.’
Considering going electric? Pairing a home charger with solar panels could save Woolein residents $800-$1,200 annually in fuel costs. Our local installers specialise in solar-EV setups that future-proof your home against rising energy prices. Ready to harness Queensland’s sunshine for guilt-free driving? Let’s explore tailored solutions for your EV journey.