Cambridge Gardens vs Cranebrook
The verdict
Cambridge Gardens is more affordable, with a median house price of $974K versus $1.10M in Cranebrook. Cambridge Gardens rates higher for transport (64 vs 32). Cranebrook rates higher for education (43 vs 36). Cambridge Gardens has a shorter estimated CBD commute (128 vs 134 min). On the separate residential safety score, Cambridge Gardens rates higher (85 vs 70/100 in Cranebrook).
Scores
| Cambridge Gardens | Cranebrook | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 65 | 48 |
| Transport | 64 | 32 |
| Education | 36 | 43 |
| Liveability | 91 | 69 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Cambridge Gardens | Cranebrook | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,030 | 15,779 |
| Median age | 36 | 33 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,950 | $2,108 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 19.5% | 25.8% |
| Born in Australia | 80.4% | 80.4% |
| Avg household size | 2.8 | 2.9 |
Growth: Cambridge Gardens Stable · Cranebrook Stable
Property
| Cambridge Gardens | Cranebrook | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $974K | $1.10M |
| Median unit price | $735K | $819K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 17.2% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $692 | $680 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 3.1% |
| Days on market (house) | 48 | 53 |
Median price history
Safety
| Cambridge Gardens | Cranebrook | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 85 | 70 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 49 | 196 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 99 | 108 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 493 | 425 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 10,197 | 3,860 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Cambridge Gardens | Cranebrook | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 6 |
| Government | 1 | 4 |
| Independent | 0 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 965 | 987 |
See the full school list on each profile: Cambridge Gardens · Cranebrook
Transport
| Cambridge Gardens | Cranebrook | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 64 | 32 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 14 | 109 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 128 | 134 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.3 km | 5.0 km |
Liveability
| Cambridge Gardens | Cranebrook | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 30.2°C | 30.2°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.6°C | 17.6°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 730 | 730 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 5 |
| Parks | 5 | 40 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | 13 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 177 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 4 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 46.5 km | 45.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 47.4 km | 49.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.5 km | 6.0 km |
Population & growth
| Cambridge Gardens | Cranebrook | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 2,030 | 15,779 |
| Estimated 2025 | 2,067 | 16,046 |
| Projected 2041 | 2,120 | 16,603 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.45% | 0.42% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Cambridge Gardens or Cranebrook?
Cambridge Gardens has the higher residential safety score (Cambridge Gardens 85/100 vs Cranebrook 70/100).
Which is more affordable, Cambridge Gardens or Cranebrook?
Cambridge Gardens is more affordable, with a median house price of $974K versus $1.10M.
Which has better schools, Cambridge Gardens or Cranebrook?
Cranebrook has a higher average school ICSEA (Cambridge Gardens 965 vs Cranebrook 987; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Cambridge Gardens or Cranebrook?
Cambridge Gardens has the higher transport score (Cambridge Gardens 64/100 vs Cranebrook 32/100).
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