Electric Vehicles Bushy Park, TAS 7140
The 7140 postcode area, including Bushy Park, Black Hills, Boyer, Bradys Lake, Bronte Park, Butlers Gorge, Dee, Derwent Bridge, Ellendale, Fentonbury, Fitzgerald, Florentine, Glenfern, Glenora, Gretna, Hamilton, Hayes, Hollow Tree, Karanja, Lachlan, Lake St Clair, Lawitta, Little Pine Lagoon, London Lakes, Macquarie Plains, Magra, Malbina, Maydena, Meadowbank, Molesworth, Moogara, Mount Field, Mount Lloyd, National Park, New Norfolk, Osterley, Ouse, Plenty, Rosegarland, Sorell Creek, Strickland, Styx, Tarraleah, Tyenna, Uxbridge, Victoria Valley, Wayatinah and Westerway, is home to 4261 vehicles. Among these, 60 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 that1% 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 Bushy Park, Black Hills, Boyer, Bradys Lake, Bronte Park, Butlers Gorge, Dee, Derwent Bridge, Ellendale, Fentonbury, Fitzgerald, Florentine, Glenfern, Glenora, Gretna, Hamilton, Hayes, Hollow Tree, Karanja, Lachlan, Lake St Clair, Lawitta, Little Pine Lagoon, London Lakes, Macquarie Plains, Magra, Malbina, Maydena, Meadowbank, Molesworth, Moogara, Mount Field, Mount Lloyd, National Park, New Norfolk, Osterley, Ouse, Plenty, Rosegarland, Sorell Creek, Strickland, Styx, Tarraleah, Tyenna, Uxbridge, Victoria Valley, Wayatinah and Westerway are emitting approximately 12953 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 7140 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, Bushy Park (bushy Park Estates), a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 200 km per day during the summer month of January, and 47 km per day in July, with an annual average of 118 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 Bushy Park, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Bushy Park
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bushy Park: Bushy Park (bushy Park Estates) - approx. 670 m
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bushy Park: Bushy Park (bushy Park Estates) - approx. 670 m
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Bushy Park EV Demographics
With a population of 11086 people, Bushy Park has 4261 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 1350 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 1571 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 1340 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Bushy Park and a combined 60 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 Bushy Park electric car charging stations. For the 1127 homes that already have solar panels in the 7140 postcode, being 21% of the total 5365 homes in this community, Bushy Park 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 Tasmania’s picturesque Derwent Valley, Bushy Park is embracing electric vehicles (EVs) with open arms. This tight-knit community of 11,000 residents has seen a 62% surge in EV registrations since 2021 – from just 37 electric cars to 60 today. With lush landscapes and an average solar radiation of 3.86 kW/m²/day (equivalent to 13.90 MJ/m²/day), it’s no wonder eco-conscious locals are increasingly turning to cleaner transport options. Let’s explore how EV owners in Bushy Park stay charged.
While Bushy Park itself currently has no public EV charging stations, residents often use nearby facilities within a short drive. Popular regional charging hubs include New Norfolk’s Chargefox station (22km east) and Glenora’s Evie Networks charger (18km west), both offering CCS2 connectors compatible with most modern EVs like the Tesla Model 3 and Genesis G80 BEV. These locations often pair charging stops with local cafes or walking trails, making them practical for both locals and visitors exploring Tasmania’s stunning central highlands.
For daily charging, most Bushy Park EV owners rely on home solutions. The suburb’s solar potential shines here – literally. A typical 6.6kW solar system can generate enough energy to fully charge a Tesla Model 3 (13.2kWh/100km) in 3-4 sunny hours, slashing fuel costs to near-zero. With popular models like the Mercedes-Benz EQE (16.3kWh/100km) and Audi e-tron (23.2kWh/100km) now common on local roads, smart solar integration is key. Most home chargers use universal Type 2 connectors, compatible with every EV sold in Australia except older CHAdeMO models.
Thinking of joining Bushy Park’s EV revolution? Pairing a 7kW home charger with solar panels could save you over $1,500 annually in fuel costs. Local solar installers can design systems that charge your car while powering your home – particularly valuable given Tasmania’s 100% renewable grid. Whether you drive a practical Mercedes eVito Van or a luxury Genesis G80 BEV, sustainable motoring in Bushy Park starts at your rooftop.
Ready to harness the sun’s power for your EV? Contact Bushy Park’s trusted solar professionals today to create a custom charging solution that keeps you – and the environment – moving forward.