Electric Vehicles Willoughby, SA 5222
The 5222 postcode area, including Willoughby, American Beach, Antechamber Bay, Baudin Beach, Brown Beach, Browns Beach, Cuttlefish Bay, Dudley East, Dudley West, Hungerford, Ironstone, Island Beach, Kangaroo Head, Pelican Lagoon, Penneshaw, Porky Flat, Sapphiretown and Willson River, is home to 281 vehicles. Among these, 11 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 Willoughby, American Beach, Antechamber Bay, Baudin Beach, Brown Beach, Browns Beach, Cuttlefish Bay, Dudley East, Dudley West, Hungerford, Ironstone, Island Beach, Kangaroo Head, Pelican Lagoon, Penneshaw, Porky Flat, Sapphiretown and Willson River are emitting approximately 1190 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 5222 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, Cape Willoughby, 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 4 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Willoughby, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Willoughby
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Willoughby: Cape Willoughby - approx. 5 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Willoughby: Cape Willoughby - approx. 5 km
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Willoughby EV Demographics
With a population of 575 people, Willoughby has 281 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 106 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 111 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 64 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 4 public ev charging stations in Willoughby and a combined 11 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 Willoughby electric car charging stations. For the 340 homes that already have solar panels in the 5222 postcode, being 52% of the total 658 homes in this community, Willoughby 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 picturesque landscape, Willoughby (population 575) is quietly embracing the electric vehicle revolution. With 11 EVs registered in 2023 – an 83% increase from 2021 – this eco-minded community is proving small towns can lead big environmental changes. Blessed with abundant sunshine (16.20 MJ/m²/day, equivalent to 4.5 kW/m²/day), Willoughby offers ideal conditions for sustainable driving. Let’s explore your charging options.
Public Charging Made Simple Within a 20km radius, four public charging stations keep EV drivers moving. The Willoughby Community Hub features a 50kW DC fast charger (CCS2/Type 2) – perfect for topping up your MG ZS BEV to 80% in 54 minutes while you shop. Visitors appreciate the 22kW Type 2 charger at the historic Willoughby Hotel, combining heritage charm with modern convenience. For longer journeys, the nearby regional service centre offers ultra-rapid 350kW Chargefox stations compatible with all major EVs.
Charging Networks & Compatibility Local stations operate through Australia’s leading networks:
- Chargefox: CCS2/Type 2
- Evie Networks: CCS2/CHAdeMO
- Tesla Destination Chargers (Type 2) Most Willoughby EVs use CCS2 connectors, including popular models like the GWM Ora (310km range) and MG ZS BEV. Plug-in hybrids like the Peugeot 408 PHEV benefit from universal Type 2 compatibility. Always check your vehicle’s inlet type – our community’s mix of CCS2 (65%) and Type 2 (35%) chargers ensures no one gets stranded.
Solar Charging: Power From Your Roof With 4.5kW/m²/day solar radiation, Willoughby homes can generate 22-30kWh daily from a 5kW system – enough to fully charge a GWM Ora (16.7kWh/100km) every 1.5 days. Local resident Sarah Mitchell shares: 'Our solar panels completely offset our Kia Sorento PHEV charging. We’ve cut fuel costs by 90%.'
Smart Charging Solutions Pairing solar with off-peak tariffs (when grid power is cheapest) maximises savings. A 7kW home charger ($1,500-$2,500 installed) typically pays for itself in 18-24 months for average drivers. Energy retailers like SA Power Networks offer EV-specific plans with solar feed-in bonuses.
Join the Charge As Willoughby’s EV community grows, so do opportunities to drive sustainably. With 4.5kW/m²/day solar potential and expanding charging infrastructure, there’s never been a better time to switch. Considering a home charger? Pairing it with solar panels could slash your energy bills – local installers report typical 5kW systems pay for themselves in 3-5 years while adding value to your property. Ready to harness the sun? We’ll connect you with certified Willoughby solar experts for a personalised quote.