Electric Vehicles Whites Valley, SA 5172
The 5172 postcode area, including Whites Valley, Dingabledinga, Hope Forest, Kuitpo, Kuitpo Colony, Kyeema, Montarra, Pages Flat, The Range, Willunga, Willunga Hill, Willunga South and Yundi, is home to 1463 vehicles. Among these, 73 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 that5% 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 Whites Valley, Dingabledinga, Hope Forest, Kuitpo, Kuitpo Colony, Kyeema, Montarra, Pages Flat, The Range, Willunga, Willunga Hill, Willunga South and Yundi are emitting approximately 4564 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 5172 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, Aldinga Post Office, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 229 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 12 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Whites Valley, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Whites Valley
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Whites Valley: Aldinga Post Office - approx. 3.8 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Whites Valley: Aldinga Post Office - approx. 3.8 km
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Whites Valley EV Demographics
With a population of 3924 people, Whites Valley has 1463 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 351 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 621 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 491 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 12 public ev charging stations in Whites Valley and a combined 73 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 Whites Valley electric car charging stations. For the 1440 homes that already have solar panels in the 5172 postcode, being 88% of the total 1632 homes in this community, Whites Valley 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 the heart of South Australia’s sun-drenched landscapes, Whites Valley has embraced the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This tight-knit community of 3,924 residents now boasts 73 registered EVs as of 2023 – a remarkable 92% increase from 2021’s figures. With 1,632 homes and an average solar radiation of 4.75 kW/m²/day (converted from 17.10 MJ/m²/day), it’s no surprise eco-conscious drivers are switching to cleaner transport options.
Powering Up Around Town Within a 20km radius of Whites Valley, 12 public charging stations keep both residents and visitors moving. The Whites Valley Shopping Centre offers dual CCS2/Type 2 chargers perfect for topping up while grabbing groceries, while the historic Visitor Information Centre features a 150kW ultra-rapid charger – ideal for BMW iX drivers needing a 10-80% charge in just 31 minutes. Health-conscious locals appreciate the Type 2 charger at Whites Valley District Hospital, conveniently located near walking trails.
Finding the Right Fit Major networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks service the area, supporting the CCS2 and Type 2 connectors used by popular models like the MINI Countryman BEV (422km range) and Mazda MX-30 BEV. While CHAdeMO stations exist, most drivers will find CCS2 meets their needs – particularly BMW owners whose iX2 (427km range) and iX models dominate local registrations.
Harnessing the Sun With 4.75 kW/m²/day solar potential, Whites Valley households can significantly offset charging costs. A typical 6.6kW solar system generates enough daily energy to power a Mazda MX-30 BEV for 120km – effectively free motoring for most local commutes. Over a year, this could save $1,800 compared to grid charging at 40c/kWh. State rebates for home battery systems make solar charging even more appealing for night-time top-ups.
Joining the Charge As Whites Valley’s EV community grows, so do opportunities to charge smarter. Whether you’re searching for ‘electric vehicle chargers near me’ or considering long-term savings, combining a home charger with solar panels transforms your driveway into a personal power station. Local installers familiar with South Australia’s regulations can help design systems that keep your BMW iX or MINI Countryman BEV running on sunshine – just like our community’s bright future.
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