Botanic Ridge vs Cranbourne South
The verdict
Cranbourne South is more affordable, with a median house price of $716K versus $860K in Botanic Ridge. Botanic Ridge rates higher for transport (43 vs 19). Cranbourne South is closer to the coast (7.9 km vs 9.2 km). On the separate residential safety score, Botanic Ridge rates higher (76 vs 47/100 in Cranbourne South).
Scores
| Botanic Ridge | Cranbourne South | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 45 | 32 |
| Transport | 43 | 19 |
| Education | 49 | 52 |
| Liveability | 43 | 29 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Botanic Ridge | Cranbourne South | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,739 | 3,241 |
| Median age | 32 | 35 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,552 | $2,278 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 28.9% | 33.0% |
| Born in Australia | 81.1% | 72.7% |
| Avg household size | 3.2 | 2.9 |
Growth: Botanic Ridge High Growth · Cranbourne South High Growth
Property
| Botanic Ridge | Cranbourne South | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $860K | $716K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | -13.7% | -8.5% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Botanic Ridge | Cranbourne South | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 76 | 47 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 401 | 494 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 208 | 432 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 148 | 679 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,131 | 5,060 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Botanic Ridge | Cranbourne South | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,032 | 1,009 |
See the full school list on each profile: Botanic Ridge · Cranbourne South
Transport
| Botanic Ridge | Cranbourne South | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 43 | 19 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 13 | 8 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 147 | 149 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 4.8 km | 6.6 km |
Liveability
| Botanic Ridge | Cranbourne South | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.8°C | 25.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.2°C | 14.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 1 |
| Parks | 18 | 14 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | 5 |
| Swimming pools | 51 | 9 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 9.2 km | 7.9 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 45.1 km | 45.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 8.7 km | 7.3 km |
Population & growth
| Botanic Ridge | Cranbourne South | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 6,739 | 3,241 |
| Estimated 2025 | 10,455 | 5,028 |
| Projected 2041 | 10,534 | 5,066 |
| Annual growth rate | 11.60% | 11.60% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Botanic Ridge or Cranbourne South?
Botanic Ridge has the higher residential safety score (Botanic Ridge 76/100 vs Cranbourne South 47/100).
Which is more affordable, Botanic Ridge or Cranbourne South?
Cranbourne South is more affordable, with a median house price of $716K versus $860K.
Which has better schools, Botanic Ridge or Cranbourne South?
Botanic Ridge has a higher average school ICSEA (Botanic Ridge 1032 vs Cranbourne South 1009; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Botanic Ridge or Cranbourne South?
Botanic Ridge has the higher transport score (Botanic Ridge 43/100 vs Cranbourne South 19/100).
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