Electric Vehicles Boolcoomatta, SA 5440
The 5440 postcode area, including Boolcoomatta, Billeroo West, Abminga Station, Benda, Bimbowrie, Bindarrah, Bulloo Creek, Cockburn, Curnamona, Devonborough Downs, Erudina, Florina Station, Frome Downs, Grampus, Kalabity, Kalkaroo, Koonamore, Lake Frome, Manna Hill, Manunda Station, Martins Well, Melton Station, Mingary, Mooleulooloo, Mount Victor Station, Mulyungarie, Mundi Mundi, Mutooroo, Nackara, Netley Gap, Olary, Oulnina, Oulnina Park, Outalpa, Pine Creek Station, Plumbago, Pualco Range, Quinyambie, Tepco Station, Tikalina, Wadnaminga, Waukaringa, Weekeroo, Wiawera, Winnininnie, Wompinie, Yarramba and Yunta, is home to 62 vehicles. Among these, 0 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 that0% 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 Boolcoomatta, Billeroo West, Abminga Station, Benda, Bimbowrie, Bindarrah, Bulloo Creek, Cockburn, Curnamona, Devonborough Downs, Erudina, Florina Station, Frome Downs, Grampus, Kalabity, Kalkaroo, Koonamore, Lake Frome, Manna Hill, Manunda Station, Martins Well, Melton Station, Mingary, Mooleulooloo, Mount Victor Station, Mulyungarie, Mundi Mundi, Mutooroo, Nackara, Netley Gap, Olary, Oulnina, Oulnina Park, Outalpa, Pine Creek Station, Plumbago, Pualco Range, Quinyambie, Tepco Station, Tikalina, Wadnaminga, Waukaringa, Weekeroo, Wiawera, Winnininnie, Wompinie, Yarramba and Yunta are emitting approximately 343 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 5440 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, Boolcoomatta, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 241 km per day during the summer month of January, and 94 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 0 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Boolcoomatta, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
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* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Boolcoomatta: Boolcoomatta - approx. 7.3 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Boolcoomatta: Boolcoomatta - approx. 7.3 km
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Boolcoomatta EV Demographics
With a population of 134 people, Boolcoomatta has 62 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 25 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 18 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 19 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Boolcoomatta and a combined 0 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 Boolcoomatta electric car charging stations. For the 39 homes that already have solar panels in the 5440 postcode, being 28% of the total 139 homes in this community, Boolcoomatta 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 South Australia’s sun-drenched landscape, Boolcoomatta’s small but forward-thinking community is perfectly positioned to embrace electric vehicles (EVs). While official registration data shows no EVs currently in the town, neighbouring regions have seen a 320% increase in EV adoption since 2021 – a trend likely to reach Boolcoomatta as more Australians switch to cleaner transport. With 19.90 MJ/m²/day of solar radiation (equivalent to 5.53 kWh/m²/day), this eco-conscious community could soon harness its abundant sunshine to power both homes and vehicles.
For now, Boolcoomatta itself lacks public electric vehicle charging stations, and options within a 20km radius remain undocumented. This makes strategic planning essential for EV owners travelling through the area. Residents considering an electric car purchase should focus on home charging solutions, particularly given the region’s exceptional solar potential. Models like the MG ZS BEV (360km range) or Ford Mustang Mach-E (470km range) offer sufficient range for regional travel when charged at home.
Most modern EVs compatible with Boolcoomatta’s future infrastructure will use CCS2 or Type 2 (Mennekes) connectors – standards supported by popular models including the BMW iX2 and Peugeot Partner BEV. While nearby charging networks like Chargefox or Evie Networks aren’t currently available locally, these connector types ensure readiness when infrastructure expands.
The real game-changer for Boolcoomatta lies in solar-powered home charging. With average daily solar radiation converting to 5.53 kWh/m² – enough to fully charge a Mercedes-Benz EQV’s 90kWh battery in 2-3 sunny days – residents could dramatically reduce fuel costs. Pairing a 6.6kW solar system with a home charger could power an MG ZS BEV for 360km using just $3-5 worth of sunlight, compared to $25-30 for petrol equivalents.
For Boolcoomatta’s 139 households, installing a 7kW home charger (which adds 40-50km of range per hour) makes practical sense. The Mercedes-Benz EQV’s 45-minute fast-charging capability demonstrates how future-ready technology aligns with regional needs, though current infrastructure favours overnight solar charging.
As Boolcoomatta’s community grows its environmental commitment, integrating solar arrays with EV charging creates compelling economics. A typical 10kW solar system could generate 55kWh daily – enough to power a BMW iX2 for 320km while still meeting household energy needs. This synergy positions residents to lead SA’s renewable transport future.
Ready to explore solar-powered EV charging? Local solar installers can design systems that offset both home and vehicle energy use. With battery prices falling 80% since 2013 and EV ranges improving annually, there’s never been a better time to future-proof your transport. Contact Boolcoomatta-area renewable energy specialists today to calculate your potential savings and take charge of your energy independence.