Cranbourne North vs Narre Warren South
Cranbourne North (median $770,500) is roughly 6% cheaper to buy into than Narre Warren South ($820,000).
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Cranbourne North and Narre Warren South side by side
| Measure | Cranbourne North | Narre Warren South |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $770,500 | $820,000 |
| Median unit | $560,200 | $672,500 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 72.0% | 82.0% |
| Renter occupied | 26.0% | 17.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 998 | 1008 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | – | 0 |
| Transit score | – | 0 |
| Bike score | – | 100 |
| Population | 24,683 | 30,909 |
| Median age | 32 | 34 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 820 mm | 820 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.2°C | 26.2°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 Narre Warren South (1008) sits above Cranbourne North (998). Narre Warren South skews owner-occupied (82%), Cranbourne North runs more rental-dense (72% owner).
- For buyers
- Cranbourne North is the lower entry point at $770,500 median, 6% 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
- Narre Warren South edges out on average school ICSEA (1008 vs 998).
Cranbourne North vs Narre Warren South: common questions
Is Cranbourne North or Narre Warren South cheaper to buy in?
Cranbourne North has the lower median house price at $770,500, roughly 6% below Narre Warren South ($820,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Cranbourne North or Narre Warren South have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Narre Warren South scores 1008 vs 998 in Cranbourne North. 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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