Cranbourne West
Cranbourne West Property & Rent
Price Trend (2014-2024)
Cranbourne West Safety
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Includes assault, robbery, sexual offences, threats and intimidation - crimes directly harming personal safety
Includes burglary, vehicle theft, shoplifting, fraud, and property damage - the most common crime type
Includes drug possession, trafficking, manufacturing, and cultivation of illegal substances
Includes disturbing public order, unlawful weapon possession, harassment, and drunk and disorderly conduct
Includes breach of bail conditions, resist arrest, breach of community orders, and contempt of court
Includes environmental crimes, serious traffic violations, public health violations, and other uncategorised offences
Cranbourne West Community Overview
Population Overview
Main Ethnicities
Transport
Cranbourne West Schools
Nearby Top Schools 6
Lighthouse Christian College
Casey Grammar School
Cornish College
Elisabeth Murdoch College
Alkira Secondary College
St Peter's College
Suburbs Near CRANBOURNE WEST
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📍 About Cranbourne West
CRANBOURNE WEST is situated in South-Eastern Melbourne, home to 19,969 residents with a population density of 1750 people/km² according to the ABS 2021 Census.
Property: The local housing market shows strong growth, with Data Vic Q2 2025 reporting a median house price of $0.7M, reflecting impressive growth of 104% over the past 10 years. Units are more affordable at a median price of $0.5M.
Education: Families have access to quality private education nearby, with Cornish College achieving a ranking of #137 among private schools in the VCAA 2025 VCE results.
Safety: Residents enjoy a relatively safe environment, with the Crime Statistics Agency (September 2025) recording a crime rate of 5599 per 100,000 people. This represents 0.82x the Victorian average of 6810, making it a notably safe area.
Demographics: The suburb has a modest Chinese community, with Chinese residents making up 2.90% of the population, representing approximately 579 people.
Transport: The suburb is positioned approximately 48.5km from the CBD, with a typical driving time of 41 minutes by car. While there's no direct train station in the area, residents can access rail services from a station in the neighbouring area.