Electric Vehicles Strickland, TAS 7140
The 7140 postcode area, including Strickland, Black Hills, Boyer, Bradys Lake, Bronte Park, Bushy 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, 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 Strickland, Black Hills, Boyer, Bradys Lake, Bronte Park, Bushy 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, 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, Osterley, 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 124 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 Strickland, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Strickland
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Strickland: Osterley - approx. 6.2 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Strickland: Osterley - approx. 6.2 km
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Strickland EV Demographics
With a population of 11086 people, Strickland 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 Strickland 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 Strickland 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, Strickland 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 landscape, Strickland is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This eco-conscious community, home to over 11,000 residents, has seen registered EVs jump from just 37 in 2021 to 60 in 2023 – a 62% surge reflecting Australia’s clean energy shift. With 5,365 households and abundant sunshine averaging 4 kW/m²/day (converted from 14.40 MJ/m²/day), Strickland offers unique opportunities for sustainable driving.
While specific public charging station numbers within 20km aren’t publicly tracked, locals often use regional hubs like Launceston’s Chargefox stations near major routes. Many residents opt for home charging solutions, particularly given Strickland’s solar potential. The suburb’s most popular EVs include the zippy Fiat 500e (311km range) and luxury models like the Genesis GV60, which can charge from 10-80% in just 18 minutes using CCS2 connectors – the standard for most Australian EVs.
For those charging at home, pairing solar panels with a Type 2 wallbox charger proves particularly savvy. Strickland’s solar radiation translates to about 4kW per square metre daily – enough to fully charge a mid-sized EV like the Lexus RZ (470km range) in 2-3 sunny days. Over a year, this could save $800-$1,200 compared to grid charging, based on local electricity prices.
Practical charging tips for Strickland drivers:
- Most public stations use CCS2 or Type 2 connectors
- The BMW 3 Series PHEV (57km electric range) suits short commutes
- Solar systems sized 6-10kW typically cover both home and EV needs
Considering Strickland’s limited public infrastructure, solar-powered home charging emerges as both economical and convenient. As local EV numbers continue climbing – battery-only models tripled from 2021-2023 – sustainable solutions become increasingly valuable.
Ready to harness Tasmania’s clean energy potential? Pairing solar panels with a home charger slashes charging costs while future-proofing your transport needs. For tailored advice on solar EV solutions in Strickland, connect with accredited local installers through our network.