Cranbourne vs Cranbourne North
Cranbourne (median $713,500) is roughly 7% cheaper to buy into than Cranbourne North ($770,500).
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Cranbourne and Cranbourne North side by side
| Measure | Cranbourne | Cranbourne North |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $713,500 | $770,500 |
| Median unit | $492,500 | $560,200 |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $550/wk | – |
| Unit rent | $460/wk | – |
| Owner occupied | 64.0% | 72.0% |
| Renter occupied | 34.0% | 26.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 997 | 998 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Population | 21,281 | 24,683 |
| Median age | 35 | 32 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 815 mm | 820 mm |
| Mean max, January | 25.9°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 Cranbourne (997).
- For buyers
- Cranbourne is the lower entry point at $713,500 median, 7% 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 also has a higher family-household share (84% vs 72%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Cranbourne vs Cranbourne North: common questions
Is Cranbourne or Cranbourne North cheaper to buy in?
Cranbourne has the lower median house price at $713,500, roughly 7% below Cranbourne North ($770,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Cranbourne or Cranbourne North have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Cranbourne North scores 998 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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