Electric Vehicles Morangup, WA 6083
The 6083 postcode area, including Morangup and Gidgegannup, is home to 1172 vehicles. Among these, 42 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 Morangup and Gidgegannup are emitting approximately 4784 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 6083 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, Gidgie Springs, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 241 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 3 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Morangup, 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 Morangup: Gidgie Springs - approx. 8.4 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Morangup: Gidgie Springs - approx. 8.4 km
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Morangup EV Demographics
With a population of 3203 people, Morangup has 1172 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 156 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 446 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 570 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 3 public ev charging stations in Morangup and a combined 42 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 Morangup electric car charging stations. For the 1082 homes that already have solar panels in the 6083 postcode, being 81% of the total 1344 homes in this community, Morangup 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 the heart of Western Australia’s sun-soaked Avon Valley, Morangup is quietly becoming a hub for electric vehicle (EV) adoption. With its eco-conscious community and abundant sunshine, this rural suburb saw registered EVs jump from 21 in 2021 to 42 in 2023 – a 100% increase in just two years. Whether you’re a resident or visitor exploring the region’s natural beauty, here’s your complete guide to staying charged.
Public Charging Made Simple Within a 20km radius of Morangup, three public electric vehicle charging stations offer convenient top-ups. The Morangup Village Shopping Centre hosts a 7kW Type 2 charger – perfect for plugging in while grabbing supplies. For faster charging, head 15 minutes east to Toodyay Visitor Centre’s 50kW DC CCS2 charger, which can boost a GWM Ora from 10% to 80% in just 41 minutes. Heading north? The Bindoon Community Resource Centre provides dual CCS2/Type 2 charging at 22kW, ideal for longer stops near local attractions.
Compatibility & Networks These stations support Australia’s most common connectors: CCS2 (used by the BYD Seal and Mercedes-Benz eVito Tourer) and Type 2 (Mennekes), compatible with plug-in hybrids like the Audi Q5 PHEV. While Morangup’s chargers aren’t tied to specific networks, nearby Chargefox and Evie Networks stations in the Perth foothills accept app-free payments via RFID cards or contactless credit cards.
Solar Charging: Morangup’s Natural Advantage With 19.10 MJ/m²/day solar radiation (equivalent to 5.3 kWh/m²/day), Morangup households can generate ample clean energy. Pairing a 6.6kW solar system with a 7kW home charger lets you fully power a BYD Seal’s 510km range in 9 sun-powered hours. For plug-in hybrid owners like those driving the BMW 5 Series PHEV, daily solar charging could eliminate fuel costs entirely. Local electricity prices (34c/kWh) mean solar-charged EV drivers save approximately $1,500 annually compared to petrol equivalents.
Making the Switch Simpler As Morangup’s EV community grows, combining home charging with solar power is becoming the smart choice. The average local solar system pays for itself in 3-4 years while adding value to properties – particularly useful in our 1,344-house suburb where commutes often exceed 50km. If you’re considering an electric vehicle home charger, pairing it with solar panels could lock in long-term savings. Our local installers understand Morangup’s unique needs, from rural property setups to maximising WA’s renewable energy incentives. Why not explore how solar-powered driving could work for your lifestyle?