Cranbourne North vs Narre Warren
Cranbourne North (median $770,500) is roughly 2% cheaper to buy into than Narre Warren ($790,000).
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Cranbourne North and Narre Warren side by side
| Measure | Cranbourne North | Narre Warren |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $770,500 | $790,000 |
| Median unit | $560,200 | $610,000 |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | – | $550/wk |
| Unit rent | – | $470/wk |
| Owner occupied | 72.0% | 69.0% |
| Renter occupied | 26.0% | 28.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 998 | 997 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | – | 100 |
| Transit score | – | 30 |
| Bike score | – | 100 |
| Population | 24,683 | 27,689 |
| Median age | 32 | 35 |
| 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 Cranbourne North (998) sits above Narre Warren (997).
- For buyers
- Cranbourne North is the lower entry point at $770,500 median, 2% 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 North edges out on average school ICSEA (998 vs 997).
Cranbourne North vs Narre Warren: common questions
Is Cranbourne North or Narre Warren cheaper to buy in?
Cranbourne North has the lower median house price at $770,500, roughly 2% below Narre Warren ($790,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Cranbourne North or Narre Warren have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Cranbourne North scores 998 vs 997 in Narre Warren. 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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