Electric Vehicles Yourdamung Lake, WA 6225
The 6225 postcode area, including Yourdamung Lake, Allanson, Bowelling, Buckingham, Cardiff, Collie, Collie Burn, Harris River, Lyalls Mill, Mcalinden, Muja, Mumballup, Mungalup, Noggerup, Palmer, Preston Settlement, Shotts and Worsley, is home to 3274 vehicles. Among these, 43 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 Yourdamung Lake, Allanson, Bowelling, Buckingham, Cardiff, Collie, Collie Burn, Harris River, Lyalls Mill, Mcalinden, Muja, Mumballup, Mungalup, Noggerup, Palmer, Preston Settlement, Shotts and Worsley are emitting approximately 10480 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 6225 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, Yourdamung Lake, 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 76 km per day in July, with an annual average of 153 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 1 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Yourdamung Lake, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Yourdamung Lake
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Yourdamung Lake: Yourdamung Lake - approx. 4.8 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Yourdamung Lake: Yourdamung Lake - approx. 4.8 km
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Yourdamung Lake EV Demographics
With a population of 8130 people, Yourdamung Lake has 3274 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 1060 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 1251 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 963 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 1 public ev charging stations in Yourdamung Lake and a combined 43 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 Yourdamung Lake electric car charging stations. For the 2045 homes that already have solar panels in the 6225 postcode, being 51% of the total 4010 homes in this community, Yourdamung Lake 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 beside its shimmering namesake lake, Yourdamung Lake has quietly become a hotspot for electric vehicle (EV) adoption in regional Western Australia. With 43 EVs registered in 2023 – a 105% jump from 2021 figures – this eco-conscious community of 8,130 residents is embracing cleaner transport. The suburb’s sunny climate, boasting 18.10 MJ/m²/day of solar radiation (about 5.03 kW/m²/day), makes it ideal for sustainable energy solutions. Whether you’re a local or visitor, here’s your complete guide to staying charged.
Public Charging Made Simple While Yourdamung Lake itself has limited public infrastructure, the Yourdamung Lake Community Centre hosts the area’s sole DC fast charger within a 20km radius. This CCS2/Type 2 compatible station offers 50kW charging – perfect for topping up while enjoying the lakeside walking trails. Visitors should note the nearest additional chargers sit 25km west in [nearest major town], making home and solar charging particularly valuable for residents.
Connector Compatibility & Popular Models All public stations in the region support CCS2 and Type 2 (Mennekes) connectors, covering 95% of Australian EV models. Local favourites include:
- Hyundai Ioniq 6 (614km range): Charges 10-80% in 18 minutes via 800V chargers
- Kia Niro BEV (460km range): Achieves 80% charge in 45 minutes at 100kW stations
- Renault Kangoo BEV: Popular with local businesses for its 286km commercial range
Solar Charging: Yourdamung Lake’s Secret Weapon With 300+ sunny days annually, residents are turning rooftops into fuel stations. A typical 6.6kW solar system here generates 28kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Hyundai Ioniq 6 weekly. Pairing solar with a 7kW electric vehicle home charger slashes charging costs by 60-80% compared to grid power. For example:
- Annual Ioniq 6 charging costs drop from $650 (grid) to $130 (solar)
- 5kW systems often pay for themselves in 3-4 years with EV charging
Local Charging Tips
- Time solar charging for midday production peaks
- Pre-cool batteries before fast charging in summer heat
- Join the Yourdamung Lake EV Owners Facebook group for real-time charger updates
As EV registrations double yearly, now’s the perfect time to future-proof your home. Considering a home charging station? Pairing it with solar panels could save $500+/year while reducing grid reliance. Our local solar installers understand Yourdamung Lake’s unique needs – from lake-effect weather patterns to council regulations. Ready to harness that famous WA sunshine? We’ll connect you with accredited professionals for a tailored home energy solution.