Cranbourne South vs Pearcedale
Cranbourne South (median $700,000) is roughly 27% cheaper to buy into than Pearcedale ($952,500).
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Cranbourne South and Pearcedale side by side
| Measure | Cranbourne South | Pearcedale |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $700,000 | $952,500 |
| Median unit | $302,400 | $777,500 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 86.0% | 88.0% |
| Renter occupied | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1015 | 1023 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | – | 4 |
| Transit score | – | 0 |
| Bike score | – | 35 |
| Population | 3,241 | 3,867 |
| Median age | 35 | 41 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 788 mm | 759 mm |
| Mean max, January | 25.4°C | 25.4°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 Pearcedale (1023) sits above Cranbourne South (1015).
- For buyers
- Cranbourne South is the lower entry point at $700,000 median, 27% 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
- Pearcedale edges out on average school ICSEA (1023 vs 1015).
Cranbourne South vs Pearcedale: common questions
Is Cranbourne South or Pearcedale cheaper to buy in?
Cranbourne South has the lower median house price at $700,000, roughly 27% below Pearcedale ($952,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Cranbourne South or Pearcedale have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Pearcedale scores 1023 vs 1015 in Cranbourne South. 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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