Cranbourne vs Lyndhurst
Cranbourne (median $713,500) is roughly 24% cheaper to buy into than Lyndhurst ($942,500).
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Cranbourne and Lyndhurst side by side
| Measure | Cranbourne | Lyndhurst |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $713,500 | $942,500 |
| Median unit | $492,500 | $329,760 |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $550/wk | – |
| Unit rent | $460/wk | – |
| Owner occupied | 64.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 34.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 997 | 973 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | – | 12 |
| Transit score | – | 0 |
| Bike score | – | 100 |
| Population | 21,281 | – |
| Median age | 35 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 815 mm | 773 mm |
| Mean max, January | 25.9°C | 26.1°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 (997) sits above Lyndhurst (973).
- For buyers
- Cranbourne is the lower entry point at $713,500 median, 24% 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 edges out on average school ICSEA (997 vs 973).
Cranbourne vs Lyndhurst: common questions
Is Cranbourne or Lyndhurst cheaper to buy in?
Cranbourne has the lower median house price at $713,500, roughly 24% below Lyndhurst ($942,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Cranbourne or Lyndhurst have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Cranbourne scores 997 vs 973 in Lyndhurst. 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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