Electric Vehicles Western River, SA 5223
The 5223 postcode area, including Western River, Brownlow, D’estrees Bay, Stun’sail Boom, Stun'sail Boom, Bay Of Shoals, Birchmore, Brownlow Ki, Cape Borda, Cassini, Cygnet River, De Mole River, D'estrees Bay, Duncan, Emu Bay, Flinders Chase, Gosse, Haines, Harriet River, Karatta, Kingscote, Kohinoor, Macgillivray, Menzies, Middle River, Nepean Bay, Newland, North Cape, Seal Bay, Seddon, Stokes Bay, Vivonne Bay and Wisanger, is home to 1326 vehicles. Among these, 25 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 Western River, Brownlow, D’estrees Bay, Stun’sail Boom, Stun'sail Boom, Bay Of Shoals, Birchmore, Brownlow Ki, Cape Borda, Cassini, Cygnet River, De Mole River, D'estrees Bay, Duncan, Emu Bay, Flinders Chase, Gosse, Haines, Harriet River, Karatta, Kingscote, Kohinoor, Macgillivray, Menzies, Middle River, Nepean Bay, Newland, North Cape, Seal Bay, Seddon, Stokes Bay, Vivonne Bay and Wisanger are emitting approximately 4816 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 5223 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, Riverleas, 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 65 km per day in July, with an annual average of 135 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 Western River, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Western River
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Western River: Riverleas - approx. 1.4 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Western River: Riverleas - approx. 1.4 km
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Western River EV Demographics
With a population of 3193 people, Western River has 1326 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 465 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 524 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 337 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 3 public ev charging stations in Western River and a combined 25 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 Western River electric car charging stations. For the 982 homes that already have solar panels in the 5223 postcode, being 48% of the total 2041 homes in this community, Western River 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, Western River (population 3,193) is quietly becoming a hub for electric vehicle adoption. Between 2021 and 2023, registered EVs here jumped from 16 to 25 – a 56% surge that mirrors the suburb’s eco-conscious ethos. With 1,430 vehicles on local roads and solar radiation averaging 4.56 kW/m²/day (converted from 16.40 MJ/m²/day), this community is perfectly positioned to embrace sustainable transport.
Three public charging stations serve Western River and its 20km surrounds, blending convenience with practicality. The Western River Shopping Centre hosts a 50kW DC fast charger compatible with CCS2 and CHAdeMO connectors – ideal for MG ZS BEV drivers needing a 54-minute top-up while grocery shopping. Visitors exploring the scenic Western River Gorge can utilise Jolt Charging’s free 7kW Type 2 AC charger near the lookout car park, offering slower but free charging perfect for hybrid models like the Jeep Grand Cherokee PHEV. For rapid top-ups, the regional hospital’s 170kW Tesla Supercharger delivers a 50% charge to Tesla Model 3s in just 15 minutes.
Local charging networks including Chargefox and Jolt Charging support popular connector types like CCS2 (used by BMW iX1 and Mercedes-Benz EQE) and Type 2 (Mennekes), which suits most European models. While CHAdeMO ports are available at some stations, their declining popularity means CCS2-equipped vehicles like the Tesla Model 3 have the broadest compatibility.
Western River’s solar potential transforms home charging into a cost-saving powerhouse. A typical 5kW rooftop system here generates ~22.8kWh daily – enough to fully power a Tesla Model 3 for 172km of driving (at 13.2kWh/100km) while slashing energy bills. With household electricity prices rising, solar-charged EV owners could save over $1,200 annually compared to grid-only charging.
For Western River residents, combining solar panels with a home charger delivers both environmental and financial benefits. Whether you drive a zippy MG ZS BEV or a luxury Mercedes-Benz EQE, local solar installers can design systems to match your EV’s consumption patterns. Ready to harness the sun’s power for your electric vehicle? Connect with Western River’s certified solar professionals to create a tailored charging solution that keeps you – and the planet – moving forward.