Cranbourne East vs Cranbourne West
Cranbourne West (median $700,000) is roughly 4% cheaper to buy into than Cranbourne East ($730,000).
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Cranbourne East and Cranbourne West side by side
| Measure | Cranbourne East | Cranbourne West |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $730,000 | $700,000 |
| Median unit | $525,000 | $492,500 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 71.0% | 74.0% |
| Renter occupied | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1009 | 993 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | – | 28 |
| Transit score | – | 0 |
| Bike score | – | 100 |
| Population | 24,679 | 19,969 |
| Median age | 31 | 32 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 815 mm | 775 mm |
| Mean max, January | 25.9°C | 25.8°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 Cranbourne East (1009) sits above Cranbourne West (993).
- For buyers
- Cranbourne West is the lower entry point at $700,000 median, 4% 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
- Cranbourne East edges out on average school ICSEA (1009 vs 993).
Cranbourne East vs Cranbourne West: common questions
Is Cranbourne East or Cranbourne West cheaper to buy in?
Cranbourne West has the lower median house price at $700,000, roughly 4% below Cranbourne East ($730,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Cranbourne East or Cranbourne West have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Cranbourne East scores 1009 vs 993 in Cranbourne West. 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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