Electric Vehicles Hillside, VIC 3037
The 3037 postcode area, including Hillside, Calder Park, Plumpton, Delahey, Sydenham and Taylors Hill, is home to 15085 vehicles. Among these, 601 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 Hillside, Calder Park, Plumpton, Delahey, Sydenham and Taylors Hill are emitting approximately 41446 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 3037 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, Sydenham, 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 59 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 61 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Hillside, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Hillside
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Hillside: Sydenham - approx. 2.5 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Hillside: Sydenham - approx. 2.5 km
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Hillside EV Demographics
With a population of 49328 people, Hillside has 15085 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 4106 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 6346 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 4633 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 61 public ev charging stations in Hillside and a combined 601 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 Hillside electric car charging stations. For the 5835 homes that already have solar panels in the 3037 postcode, being 36% of the total 16380 homes in this community, Hillside 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 Melbourne’s vibrant north-west, Hillside is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This eco-conscious suburb, blessed with ample sunshine and a community passionate about sustainability, has seen EV registrations leap from 330 in 2021 to 601 in 2023 – an impressive 82% surge. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, here’s your complete guide to staying charged in Hillside.
Power Up at Public Stations With 61 electric vehicle charging stations within a 20km radius, Hillside residents enjoy excellent accessibility. The Hillside Shopping Centre leads the charge with dual-port CCS2/Type 2 fast chargers – perfect for topping up your Porsche Taycan (369km range) while grabbing groceries. Health-conscious drivers appreciate Western Health Hospital’s 24/7 Chargefox station, offering 50kW DC charging that delivers a 5%-80% boost for the Peugeot Partner BEV in just 30 minutes. Weekend adventurers love the CCS2 charger at Organ Pipes National Park, combining eco-tourism with practical charging.
Networks & Compatibility Major providers like Chargefox, Evie Networks, and Jolt Charging dominate Hillside’s landscape. The CCS2 connector reigns supreme here, compatible with popular models including the LDV Mifa9 and Porsche Taycan. Type 2 (Mennekes) ports cater to European models like the Peugeot 3008 PHEV, while CHAdeMO stations remain rare but present for niche vehicles. Always check your vehicle’s port type – most Australian-delivered EVs since 2018 use CCS2 or Type 2.
Sun-Powered Savings Hillside’s 4.17kW/m²/day solar irradiation (equivalent to 15MJ/m²/day) makes solar EV charging a smart investment. A typical 5kW solar system can fully charge a Peugeot Partner BEV’s 50kWh battery in two sunny days – slashing charging costs by 60-80% compared to grid power. With the LDV Mifa9’s 120kW charging capability, daytime solar charging could add 150km of range during a 36-minute supermarket stop. Victorian solar rebates and federal incentives make installations even more appealing – a 6.6kW system often pays for itself in 4-6 years for regular EV users.
Future-Proof Your Drive Why queue at public stations when your garage can become a power hub? Modern smart chargers like the Zappi V2 sync with solar output, prioritising free sunshine for your EV. For Hillside’s 16,380 households, pairing a 7kW home charger with solar panels means waking up to a ‘full tank’ every morning – no fuel stops required.
Ready to harness Hillside’s sunshine for your EV? Our network of local solar experts can design a bespoke charging solution for your home. Get quotes today and join the 1,120 EV owners already enjoying cleaner, cheaper drives across our suburb.