Electric Vehicles Yandina, QLD 4561
The 4561 postcode area, including Yandina, Bridges, Maroochy River, Ninderry, North Arm, Valdora 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 Yandina, Bridges, Maroochy River, Ninderry, North Arm, Valdora 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, Yandina Post Office, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 188 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 Yandina, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Yandina
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Yandina: Yandina Post Office - approx. 517 m
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Yandina: Yandina Post Office - approx. 517 m
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Yandina EV Demographics
With a population of 8159 people, Yandina 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 Yandina 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 Yandina 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, Yandina 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 Sunshine Coast hinterland, Yandina is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This eco-conscious community, blessed with 5.08 kW/m²/day of solar irradiation (converted from 18.30 MJ/m²/day), has seen EV registrations jump by 102% since 2021 – from just 52 electric vehicles to 105 in 2023. With lush hinterland scenery and a climate perfect for renewable energy, it’s no wonder locals are swapping petrol pumps for cleaner alternatives.
For those searching for 'electric vehicle charging stations near me', Yandina offers 14 public charging points within a 20km radius. The Yandina Historic Precinct hosts a convenient 7kW Type 2 charger – ideal for topping up while exploring the town’s heritage-listed buildings. Just 15 minutes away, the iconic Ginger Factory features a 50kW DC fast charger (CCS2/CHAdeMO), letting you add 200km of range during a gingerbread treat break. Travellers appreciate the 22kW Chargefox station at Nambour Hospital, combining medical visits with hassle-free charging.
Three major networks service the area: Chargefox’s ultra-rapid stations, Evie Networks’ 350kW capable units, and Tesla’s Superchargers in nearby Maroochydore (compatible with CCS2 adaptors). Most local EVs like the popular Kia EV6 (528km range) and Lexus UX BEV (560km range) use CCS2 connectors, while PHEVs like the Alfa Romeo Tonale favour Type 2. CHAdeMO remains available but less common – Nissan Leaf owners should check station compatibility first.
With Yandina’s abundant sunshine, solar-powered EV charging makes particular sense. A 6.6kW solar system generates enough daily energy to fully charge a Lexus NX PHEV’s 87km battery range twice over, slashing charging costs by 70% compared to grid power. Even the energy-hungry Kia EV6 (16.5kWh/100km) becomes cheaper to run than most petrol cars when charged via solar – local households typically save $1,200-$1,800 annually this way.
While public stations offer convenience, 82% of Yandina EV owners primarily charge at home. Pairing a 7.2kW home charger (like those used by the Lexus RZ) with solar panels creates a future-proof energy ecosystem. Local installers often recommend 10kW systems to cover both household needs and EV charging – particularly useful given Yandina’s 23 battery-only EVs now average 15,000km/year.
Ready to join Yandina’s electric evolution? Whether you drive a plug-in hybrid or full electric, combining home charging with solar power transforms vehicle running costs. Our team connects residents with trusted local installers for tailored solar-charging solutions – because nothing beats filling your 'tank' with Queensland sunshine.