Electric Vehicles Casuarina, WA 6167
The 6167 postcode area, including Casuarina, Anketell, Bertram, Calista, Kwinana Beach, Kwinana Town Centre, Mandogalup, Medina, Orelia, Parmelia, Postans, The Spectacles and Wandi, is home to 9269 vehicles. Among these, 224 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 Casuarina, Anketell, Bertram, Calista, Kwinana Beach, Kwinana Town Centre, Mandogalup, Medina, Orelia, Parmelia, Postans, The Spectacles and Wandi are emitting approximately 24340 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 6167 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, Anketell, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 247 km per day during the summer month of January, and 82 km per day in July, with an annual average of 159 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 15 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Casuarina, 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 Casuarina: Anketell - approx. 2.4 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Casuarina: Anketell - approx. 2.4 km
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Casuarina EV Demographics
With a population of 25404 people, Casuarina has 9269 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 3601 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 3767 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 1901 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 15 public ev charging stations in Casuarina and a combined 224 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 Casuarina electric car charging stations. For the 6474 homes that already have solar panels in the 6167 postcode, being 60% of the total 10868 homes in this community, Casuarina 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 along Western Australia’s sun-drenched coast, Casuarina has embraced the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. Between 2021 and 2023, EV registrations surged by 90% – from 118 to 224 vehicles – reflecting the suburb’s growing appetite for sustainable transport. With 15 public charging stations within a 20km radius and abundant sunshine perfect for solar charging, Casuarina offers both convenience and environmental consciousness for EV drivers.
Powering Up Around Town Casuarina’s 15 public charging stations cater to locals and visitors alike. The Casuarina Square Shopping Centre hosts dual-port CCS2/Type 2 chargers ideal for quick top-ups while shopping, while the Casuarina Coastal Reserve’s charging points let you recharge alongside breathtaking Indian Ocean views. For faster charging, the Fiona Stanley Hospital precinct offers 50kW DC chargers capable of restoring popular models like the CUPRA Born (511km range) to 80% in under an hour.
Charging Networks Made Simple Major networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks dominate the local landscape, supporting CCS2 and Type 2 connectors that suit 95% of Casuarina’s registered EVs. The Volkswagen Touareg PHEV (51km electric range) and CUPRA Leon PHEV (67km range) both use these standard connectors, ensuring hassle-free charging. While CHAdeMO ports are less common, most stations offer adapter-friendly designs.
Harnessing the Sun’s Power With 5.28kW/m²/day solar radiation (converted from 19MJ/m²/day), Casuarina ranks among WA’s best locations for solar charging. Homeowners can fully charge a CUPRA Born’s 58kWh battery in 2-3 sunny days using a standard 5kW system – slashing charging costs by up to 80% compared to grid power. Energy retailers’ 8-12c/kWh feed-in tariffs make solar even more appealing, allowing residents to offset charging costs by selling excess energy.
Future-Proof Your Drive As Casuarina’s EV numbers continue climbing, combining home charging with solar power offers both convenience and long-term savings. Local installers can design systems that fully charge popular models like the Land Rover Range Rover Sport PHEV during daylight hours while powering household needs. Considering the suburb’s 25,000-strong population and 10,868 homes, solar-charged EVs could significantly reduce community emissions.
Ready to join Casuarina’s green transport movement? Pairing your electric vehicle with a solar-powered home charger not only cuts costs but aligns with the suburb’s eco-friendly ethos. For tailored advice on solar systems that match your EV’s needs – whether it’s a nimble CUPRA or luxurious Ferrari SF90 – connect with Casuarina’s trusted renewable energy specialists today.