Electric Vehicles Goolwa, SA 5214
The 5214 postcode area, including Goolwa, Currency Creek, Goolwa Beach, Goolwa North, Goolwa South, Hindmarsh Island, Mosquito Hill and Mundoo Island, is home to 4065 vehicles. Among these, 115 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 that3% 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 Goolwa, Currency Creek, Goolwa Beach, Goolwa North, Goolwa South, Hindmarsh Island, Mosquito Hill and Mundoo Island are emitting approximately 10259 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 5214 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, Goolwa Council Depot, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 224 km per day during the summer month of January, and 71 km per day in July, with an annual average of 141 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 3 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Goolwa, 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 Goolwa: Goolwa Council Depot - approx. 1.1 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Goolwa: Goolwa Council Depot - approx. 1.1 km
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Goolwa EV Demographics
With a population of 8644 people, Goolwa has 4065 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 1846 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 1523 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 696 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 3 public ev charging stations in Goolwa and a combined 115 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 Goolwa electric car charging stations. For the 4301 homes that already have solar panels in the 5214 postcode, being 67% of the total 6453 homes in this community, Goolwa 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 along the picturesque Fleurieu Peninsula, Goolwa is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This eco-conscious coastal town, blessed with 4.64 kWh/m²/day of solar irradiation (equivalent to 16.70 MJ/m²/day), has seen EV registrations jump by 95% since 2021 – from 59 electric vehicles to 115 in 2023. Whether you're a local or visitor exploring the Murray Mouth, here's your complete guide to staying charged.
Three public electric vehicle charging stations serve Goolwa and its surrounds within a 20km radius. The Goolwa Wharf Precinct offers a 50kW DC charger (CCS2/CHAdeMO) perfect for topping up while enjoying fish and chips with waterfront views. For slower charging, the Alexandrina Council Civic Centre provides 22kW Type 2 AC chargers – ideal for drivers running errands or attending meetings. Visitors heading towards Adelaide will appreciate the 75kW ultra-rapid charger at Strathalbyn Road Charging Hub, capable of adding 100km range to a BYD Atto 3 in just 15 minutes.
These stations operate through networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks, compatible with popular models including the Ford Mustang Mach-E (CCS2) and Mercedes-Benz EQB (Type 2). Most modern electric cars in Australia use CCS2 connectors, though CHAdeMO users should verify station compatibility before travelling.
With Goolwa's abundant sunshine, solar-powered EV charging makes both environmental and financial sense. A typical 5kW home solar system here generates about 20kWh daily – enough to fully charge a BYD Atto 3 (16kWh/100km) every two days at no ongoing cost. Pairing solar panels with an electric vehicle home charger could save over $1,200 annually compared to grid charging, based on South Australia's electricity prices.
Local EV owners are already harnessing this potential. “Our solar system covers 90% of our driving needs,” shares Sarah, a Goolwa resident with a Ford Mustang Mach-E. “We only use public chargers for longer trips to Adelaide.”
Considering the switch? The federal government’s rebates for home charging equipment and solar installations make this an ideal time to invest. If you're exploring electric vehicle charging solutions, combining a home charger with solar panels could transform your driving costs. Local solar installers can help design systems tailored to your EV’s needs – whether you drive a compact BYD Atto 3 or a Mercedes-Benz eVito van. Charge smart, save money, and join Goolwa’s green driving revolution.