Cranbourne South vs Pearcedale
The verdict
Cranbourne South is more affordable, with a median house price of $716K versus $835K in Pearcedale. Cranbourne South rates higher for education (52 vs 46). Pearcedale rates higher for liveability (37 vs 29). Pearcedale is closer to the coast (3.4 km vs 7.9 km). On the separate residential safety score, Pearcedale rates higher (100 vs 47/100 in Cranbourne South).
Scores
| Cranbourne South | Pearcedale | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 32 | 34 |
| Transport | 19 | 20 |
| Education | 52 | 46 |
| Liveability | 29 | 37 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Cranbourne South | Pearcedale | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,241 | 3,867 |
| Median age | 35 | 41 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,278 | $2,009 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 33.0% | 22.9% |
| Born in Australia | 72.7% | 84.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.9 | 2.9 |
Growth: Cranbourne South High Growth · Pearcedale High Growth
Property
| Cranbourne South | Pearcedale | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $716K | $835K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | -8.5% | 20.6% |
| 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 South | Pearcedale | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 47 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 494 | 181 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 432 | 207 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 679 | 52 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 5,060 | 2,870 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Cranbourne South | Pearcedale | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 2 |
| Government | 1 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,009 | 1,017 |
See the full school list on each profile: Cranbourne South · Pearcedale
Transport
| Cranbourne South | Pearcedale | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 19 | 20 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 8 | 17 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 149 | 160 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 6.6 km | 7.0 km |
Liveability
| Cranbourne South | Pearcedale | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.8°C | 25.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.2°C | 14.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 1 |
| Parks | 14 | 7 |
| Playgrounds | 5 | 5 |
| Swimming pools | 9 | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 7.9 km | 3.4 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 45.6 km | 49.5 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 7.3 km | 8.2 km |
Population & growth
| Cranbourne South | Pearcedale | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,241 | 3,867 |
| Estimated 2025 | 5,028 | 3,957 |
| Projected 2041 | 5,066 | 6,045 |
| Annual growth rate | 11.60% | 0.58% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Cranbourne South or Pearcedale?
Pearcedale has the higher residential safety score (Cranbourne South 47/100 vs Pearcedale 100/100).
Which is more affordable, Cranbourne South or Pearcedale?
Cranbourne South is more affordable, with a median house price of $716K versus $835K.
Which has better schools, Cranbourne South or Pearcedale?
Pearcedale has a higher average school ICSEA (Cranbourne South 1009 vs Pearcedale 1017; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Cranbourne South or Pearcedale?
Pearcedale has the higher transport score (Cranbourne South 19/100 vs Pearcedale 20/100).
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