Cranbourne North vs Cranbourne
The verdict
Cranbourne is more affordable, with a median house price of $647K versus $715K in Cranbourne North. Cranbourne North rates higher for education (58 vs 47). Cranbourne rates higher for transport (90 vs 57). Cranbourne is closer to the coast (12.4 km vs 15.5 km). On the separate residential safety score, Cranbourne North rates higher (78 vs 39/100 in Cranbourne).
Scores
| Cranbourne North | Cranbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 67 | 77 |
| Transport | 57 | 90 |
| Education | 58 | 47 |
| Liveability | 84 | 91 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Cranbourne North | Cranbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 24,683 | 21,281 |
| Median age | 32 | 35 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,941 | $1,477 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 38.0% | 25.2% |
| Born in Australia | 51.6% | 59.1% |
| Avg household size | 3.3 | 2.7 |
Growth: Cranbourne North High Growth · Cranbourne High Growth
Property
| Cranbourne North | Cranbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $715K | $647K |
| Median unit price | $475K | $465K |
| House price YoY | 3.2% | -2.4% |
| 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
| Cranbourne North | Cranbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 78 | 39 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 235 | 564 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 316 | 672 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 466 | 879 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,513 | 12,250 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Cranbourne North | Cranbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 5 | 7 |
| Government | 4 | 6 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,000 | 968 |
See the full school list on each profile: Cranbourne North · Cranbourne
Transport
| Cranbourne North | Cranbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 57 | 90 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 77 | 74 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 137 | 94 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.9 km | 1.5 km |
Liveability
| Cranbourne North | Cranbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.8°C | 25.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.2°C | 14.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 3 | 8 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 33 |
| Parks | 39 | 40 |
| Playgrounds | 12 | 27 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 5 |
| Medical GPs | 3 | 8 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 15.5 km | 12.4 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 41.6 km | 43.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 5.6 km | 9.8 km |
Population & growth
| Cranbourne North | Cranbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 24,683 | 21,281 |
| Estimated 2025 | 26,146 | 22,392 |
| Projected 2041 | 38,585 | 33,267 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.45% | 1.28% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Cranbourne North or Cranbourne?
Cranbourne North has the higher residential safety score (Cranbourne North 78/100 vs Cranbourne 39/100).
Which is more affordable, Cranbourne North or Cranbourne?
Cranbourne is more affordable, with a median house price of $647K versus $715K.
Which has better schools, Cranbourne North or Cranbourne?
Cranbourne North has a higher average school ICSEA (Cranbourne North 1000 vs Cranbourne 968; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Cranbourne North or Cranbourne?
Cranbourne has the higher transport score (Cranbourne North 57/100 vs Cranbourne 90/100).
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