Clyde North vs Cranbourne
Cranbourne (median $713,500) is roughly 3% cheaper to buy into than Clyde North ($735,500).
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Clyde North and Cranbourne side by side
| Measure | Clyde North | Cranbourne |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $735,500 | $713,500 |
| Median unit | $612,500 | $492,500 |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | – | $550/wk |
| Unit rent | – | $460/wk |
| Owner occupied | 74.0% | 64.0% |
| Renter occupied | 23.0% | 34.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1041 | 997 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 100 | – |
| Population | 31,681 | 21,281 |
| Median age | 30 | 35 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 827 mm | 815 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.1°C | 25.9°C |
Green dot: better on that measure (lower price, higher growth, higher walkability, lower risk). Each suburb’s profile gives the source and period of its figures.
Which suits whom
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Clyde North (1041) sits above Cranbourne (997). Clyde North skews owner-occupied (74%), Cranbourne runs more rental-dense (64% owner).
- For buyers
- Cranbourne is the lower entry point at $713,500 median, 3% below the other suburb. For first home buyers, that translates to a smaller deposit and lower stamp duty bill.
- For investors
- Rental or growth data is incomplete for one or both suburbs. Look at the full investor view on each suburb profile for a complete picture.
- For families
- Clyde North edges out on average school ICSEA (1041 vs 997). Clyde North also has a higher family-household share (88% vs 72%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Clyde North vs Cranbourne: common questions
Is Clyde North or Cranbourne cheaper to buy in?
Cranbourne has the lower median house price at $713,500, roughly 3% below Clyde North ($735,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Clyde North or Cranbourne have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Clyde North scores 1041 vs 997 in Cranbourne. ICSEA is a school-community indicator, not a quality rating, so always check NAPLAN results and catchment boundaries for the specific address you're considering.
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