Electric Vehicles Ercildoune, VIC 3352
The 3352 postcode area, including Ercildoune, Ballarat Roadside Delivery, Dean, Scotchmans Lead, Windermere, Addington, Barkstead, Blowhard, Bolwarrah, Bonshaw, Brewster, Bullarook, Bungaree, Bunkers Hill, Burrumbeet, Cambrian Hill, Cardigan, Cardigan Village, Chapel Flat, Clarendon, Claretown, Clarkes Hill, Corindhap, Dereel, Dunnstown, Durham Lead, Enfield, Garibaldi, Glen Park, Glenbrae, Gong Gong, Grenville, Invermay, Lal Lal, Lamplough, Langi Kal Kal, Learmonth, Leigh Creek, Lexton, Magpie, Millbrook, Miners Rest, Mitchell Park, Mollongghip, Mount Bolton, Mount Egerton, Mount Mercer, Mount Mitchell, Mount Rowan, Napoleons, Navigators, Pootilla, Scotsburn, Springbank, Sulky, Wallace, Warrenheip, Wattle Flat, Waubra, Weatherboard, Werneth and Yendon, is home to 6225 vehicles. Among these, 155 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 Ercildoune, Ballarat Roadside Delivery, Dean, Scotchmans Lead, Windermere, Addington, Barkstead, Blowhard, Bolwarrah, Bonshaw, Brewster, Bullarook, Bungaree, Bunkers Hill, Burrumbeet, Cambrian Hill, Cardigan, Cardigan Village, Chapel Flat, Clarendon, Claretown, Clarkes Hill, Corindhap, Dereel, Dunnstown, Durham Lead, Enfield, Garibaldi, Glen Park, Glenbrae, Gong Gong, Grenville, Invermay, Lal Lal, Lamplough, Langi Kal Kal, Learmonth, Leigh Creek, Lexton, Magpie, Millbrook, Miners Rest, Mitchell Park, Mollongghip, Mount Bolton, Mount Egerton, Mount Mercer, Mount Mitchell, Mount Rowan, Napoleons, Navigators, Pootilla, Scotsburn, Springbank, Sulky, Wallace, Warrenheip, Wattle Flat, Waubra, Weatherboard, Werneth and Yendon are emitting approximately 22180 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 3352 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, Addington, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 218 km per day during the summer month of January, and 59 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 7 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Ercildoune, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
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* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Ercildoune: Addington - approx. 3.7 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Ercildoune: Addington - approx. 3.7 km
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Ercildoune EV Demographics
With a population of 17515 people, Ercildoune has 6225 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 1207 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 2604 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 2414 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 7 public ev charging stations in Ercildoune and a combined 155 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 Ercildoune electric car charging stations. For the 3209 homes that already have solar panels in the 3352 postcode, being 46% of the total 7012 homes in this community, Ercildoune 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 Victoria’s sun-drenched landscapes, Ercildoune has become a hub for eco-conscious drivers embracing electric vehicles (EVs). With 155 EVs registered in 2023 – a 121% jump from 2021 – the suburb’s leafy streets and commitment to sustainability make it ideal for zero-emission transport. Whether you’re a resident or visitor, here’s your guide to staying charged.
Powering Up Around Town Seven public electric vehicle charging stations operate within a 20km radius of Ercildoune, blending convenience with practicality. The Ercildoune Central Shopping Centre hosts 150kW fast chargers (CCS2/Type 2), letting you top up a Fiat 500e to 80% in 35 minutes while grabbing groceries. For scenic charging, Lake Ercildoune Visitor Centre offers 50kW units – perfect for day-trippers wanting to explore walking trails. Need a reliable option? Ercildoune District Hospital provides 24/7 access to 22kW Type 2 chargers, compatible with popular plug-in hybrids like the Mazda CX-60 PHEV.
Charging Networks Made Simple Local stations use CCS2 and Type 2 (Mennekes) connectors, covering 90% of Ercildoune’s EVs. The BMW 5 Series BEV’s 550km range shines with Chargefox’s ultra-rapid CCS2 chargers, while Evie Networks’ Type 2 stations suit the MG HS PHEV’s 63km electric range. Though CHAdeMO ports are rare here, most Nissan Leaf owners carry adapters.
Sun-Powered Savings Ercildoune’s 4.44 kW/m²/day solar radiation (converted from 16MJ/m²) makes home charging remarkably efficient. A 5kW solar system could fully power a Fiat 500e’s 14.4kWh/100km consumption for 45km of daily driving – slashing $900/year off grid charging costs. With Victoria’s solar rebates, residents often see 4-6 year payback periods on installations.
Your Next Charge Awaits As Ercildoune’s electric vehicle community grows, pairing a home charger with solar panels has never made more sense. Local installers can design systems to match your EV’s needs – whether you drive a zippy Fiat 500e or long-range BMW 5 Series BEV. Ready to harness the sun? We’ll connect you with Ercildoune’s trusted solar professionals for a tailored solution.