Cranbourne East - North

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DemographicsPopulation Growth in Cranbourne East - North

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Cranbourne East - North has an estimated 25,111 residents, up from 23,415 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,696 people, or 7.2%. Growth has averaged 1.4% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 57.4% of that increase. That puts 2,277 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.

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According to research from AreaSearch, the resident count in Cranbourne East - North stands at roughly 25,111 as of Aug 2026. This represents an expansion of 1,696 people (7.2%) relative to the 2021 Census tally of 23,415 people. Such growth is derived by combining the ABS Estimated Resident Population of 25,111 recorded in June 2025 with 71 validated new addresses identified following the Census. The local population density reaches 2,276 persons per square kilometer, exceeding national benchmark figures compiled by AreaSearch. Across the prior ten years, the suburb expanded at a compound annual rate of 4.6%, outpacing the broader SA4 region.

Net overseas migration was the primary driver of this demographic surge, generating around 57.4% of total population additions in recent periods. Projections published in 2024 by ABS/Geoscience Australia utilizing a 2022 baseline are applied by AreaSearch across SA2 boundaries. Where specific coverage is absent, figures draw from 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA releases through weighted aggregations linking LGA trends to SA2 geographies, extending age-specific rates across all districts from 2032 to 2041. Looking forward, long-term projections rank Cranbourne East - North in the top 10 percent of regions evaluated nationally, with an expected intake of 12,468 persons through to 2041 according to recent annual ERP estimates, translating to a total cumulative increase of 49.6% across the 16 years.

Frequently Asked Questions - Population

What is the latest population estimate for the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
Total population for the Cranbourne East - North SA2 was estimated to be approximately 25,111 as at Aug 26. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 25,111 from the ABS up to June 2025.
How has the population in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 changed since 2021?
The cranbourne east - north sa2 has added approximately 1,696 people and shown a 7.24% increase from the 23,415 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
What is the population density in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
The population density in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is estimated at 2,276 persons per square kilometer based on the latest population estimate.
How much has the population grown over the past 10 years in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 4.6% per annum.
What are the main drivers of population growth in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
Population growth in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (57.4%), Natural increase (42.6%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 57.4% of overall population gains.

Residential SupplyHousing Development & Building Approvals in Cranbourne East - North

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251 new dwellings have been approved in Cranbourne East - North over the past five years, an average of 50 a year. That places the area in the 77th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 2 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 50 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 94% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.

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Annual residential building approvals have averaged approximately 50 dwellings in Cranbourne East - North, accumulating to 251 homes across the preceding 5 financial years. Between FY-22 and FY-26, an average of 6.9 people settled in the district per newly constructed residence each year, demonstrating that construction volumes are trailing demand, which typically intensifies buyer competition and exerts upward pressure on prices. Newly approved residential builds reflect an average expected construction cost of $343,000, which sits below regional benchmarks and highlights comparatively accessible building costs. Concurrently, commercial building approvals generated $1.4 million during the ongoing financial year, pointing to subdued non-residential development.

Residential building volumes per capita in Cranbourne East - North track 85.0% below the Greater Melbourne benchmark. While building activity has gained momentum recently, this muted pace of new construction often underpins values and demand across established properties. Approvals also trail nationwide averages, reflecting the established layout of the suburb alongside potential planning boundaries. Of the newly approved stock, standalone houses represent 94.0% while townhouses or apartments comprise 6.0%, reinforcing the suburban character centered around low-density housing that appeals to buyers seeking space. An approval ratio of around 979 people per approval illustrates a mature community. According to demographic projections from AreaSearch's latest quarterly calculations, Cranbourne East - North is poised to absorb 12,468 additional inhabitants by 2041. If residential construction volumes persist at current levels, housing output could lag behind population growth, potentially heightening competition for homes and reinforcing capital value growth.

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How many dwelling approvals have occurred in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 recently?
Dwelling approval activity in the the Cranbourne East - North SA2 area has seen 169 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Cranbourne East - North SA2's current population of 25,111 has been supported by 50 approvals on average over recent years.
How does the Cranbourne East - North SA2's development activity compare to the broader region?
The Cranbourne East - North SA2 has seen 0.2 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.86 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 979 people in the Cranbourne East - North SA2, compared to one for every 121 in the broader region.
Is the Cranbourne East - North SA2 keeping up with housing demand?
With the population expected to increase by 12,468 people by 2041, around 4,156 new dwellings will be necessary. Recent approval levels may be insufficient to meet these forecasts, considering the census average of 3.0 persons per dwelling. This indicates potential housing shortages if current approval trends continue.
What has been the trend in development approvals over the past five years in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Cranbourne East - North SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 50, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
How many dwellings will be needed to accommodate future population growth in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
The population in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is expected to grow by 12,468 people by 2041, necessitating approximately 4,156 new dwellings. This calculation is based on the current census average of 3.0 persons per dwelling in the area.
How does recent development compare to population growth in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
Over the past five years, the population in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 has grown by approximately 24,301 people, while 251 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 96.8 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
Are there opportunities for residential developers in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
With dwelling approval activity running at an average of 50 approvals per year and a population of 25,111, there appears to be a supply shortfall relative to projected demand, presenting strong opportunities for residential developers. With the population expected to increase by 12,468 people by 2041, around 4,156 new dwellings will be necessary. Current approval trends may be insufficient to meet forecast demand, indicating strong development opportunities.
Approvals Pipeline Development applications near Cranbourne East - North

Development applications around Cranbourne East - North

Development approvals is a new addition to AreaSearch. We’re actively expanding council coverage and refining the dataset — details and statuses for some councils may be partial. Check back regularly for the latest pipeline.
Application search is not available in Victoria. AreaSearch holds 9 applications for Cranbourne East - North, but they are a record of past activity rather than a current register. Victoria has no state-wide planning portal and its council coverage is uneven, so we have switched the search off here rather than return partial answers. We are currently investigating a solution. No credits are charged for Victorian applications, and building approvals from the ABS and the major projects we track are unaffected.

SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.

Project PipelineInfrastructure & Major Projects in Cranbourne East - North

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AreaSearch tracks 23 current infrastructure and development projects inside Cranbourne East - North, worth an estimated $8.11 billion. A further 156 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $42.7 billion. 60 are already under construction and 81 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and education & training. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.

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Infrastructure upgrades, major developments, and urban planning initiatives play a decisive role in shaping local growth. AreaSearch has identified 48 significant infrastructure projects expected to influence the district, including key ventures such as WILMAC Clyde North, Clyde North Fire Station, Orana Village Town Centre, and Pavilion Casey Fields.

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What are some of the major infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Cranbourne East - North SA2 include: WILMAC Clyde North (Construction); Clyde North Fire Station (Construction); Orana Village Town Centre (Construction); Pavilion Casey Fields (Construction); and City of Casey Capital Works Program 2025/26 (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
What types of infrastructure projects are impacting the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
Infrastructure development impacting the Cranbourne East - North SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Retail, and Residential Development, among others.
What is the scale of infrastructure investment impacting the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
Infrastructure investment analysis indicates substantial capital deployment exceeding $7.5 billion in projects that will impact the extended area, with a notable concentration of investment within the immediate the Cranbourne East - North SA2 vicinity.
How does the Cranbourne East - North SA2's infrastructure development compare to other areas?
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Cranbourne East - North SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 33rdth percentile.
Clyde North Fire Station
Category: Environmental & Disaster Management
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2026
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Construction of a new Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) fire station is currently underway at the Summit Business Park within the Meridian Estate. The facility is designed to house up to eight firefighters per shift and accommodate two modern fire appliances. The project aims to improve emergency response times in one of Australia's fastest-growing residential corridors. Recent progress indicates that while the project faced initial funding and commencement delays through 2024 and 2025, active site work is now proceeding toward a late 2026 delivery.

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Hunt Club Village Retail and Dining Additions
Category: Retail
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2026
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Hunt Club Village is expanding its Cranbourne East neighbourhood shopping centre with new pad-site retail, dining and convenience additions. Current works include an El Jannah Charcoal Chicken drive-through, My Kebabz and a 7-Eleven fuel station, with the new tenancies reported as on track to open in late September 2026. The centre is anchored by Woolworths, Aldi and Dan Murphy's and serves the growing City of Casey trade area.

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Orana Village Town Centre
Category: Precincts & Urban Renewal
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2026
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Orana Village is a 3.5-hectare neighbourhood town centre within the Orana masterplanned community at Clyde North. Anchored by a full-line 3,582 square metre Coles supermarket with a six-bay click-and-collect drive-through and Liquorland, the centre includes a mix of specialty retail, an Indian grocer, cafes and dining, a medical and health precinct, Anytime Fitness gym, a 125-place Bluebird Early Learning Centre, a 7-Eleven petrol station, and a McDonald's. A 500 square metre landscaped Village Square with alfresco seating forms the community heart.The precinct connects to Orana's extensive cycling and walking path network and incorporates EV charging. Construction is underway and the centre is targeted to open in late 2026, serving a community of over 4,000 planned homes.

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Levande Selandra Rise Retirement Village
Category: Health & Medical
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2027
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A vibrant retirement community featuring 211 modern, energy-efficient villas and apartments with a 7-star energy rating. The development is co-located with a 120-bed Opal HealthCare aged care facility, currently under construction and expected to open in mid-2027. Residents have access to a state-of-the-art clubhouse including a gymnasium, indoor heated pool, cinema, and cafe, all integrated within the broader Selandra Rise masterplanned estate.

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Heather Grove Neighbourhood Activity Centre
Category: Retail
Stage: Planning | Est. Comp: 2027
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A planned Neighbourhood Activity Centre within the Collison Residential Estate. It will incorporate a Childcare Centre, Supermarket, Pharmacy or Medical Centre, and retail shops to service the existing and future residents of the catchment area.

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Multicultural Aged Care Facility Cranbourne East
Category: Health & Medical
Stage: Planning | Est. Comp: 2027
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A state-funded public sector residential aged care facility on Mayfield Road in Cranbourne East designed to deliver tailored residential care, traditional dining, and cultural amenities for the local multicultural community, particularly serving the large Indian population in the area.

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Cranbourne East Precinct Structure Plan
Category: Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2032
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The Cranbourne East PSP governs 589 hectares in Melbournes south-east, facilitating approximately 8,000 dwellings and supporting infrastructure. As of May 2026, the precinct is in an advanced construction phase with active residential estates and established schools. A significant recent update includes Amendment C302case, adopted in March 2026, which extends infrastructure contribution timelines for local roads and parks to ensure continued funding through late 2031. Additionally, the City of Casey 2026/27 budget has allocated 6 million AUD to finalize the design and commence construction of the Casey Fields Rectangular Stadium, further expanding the regional sports complex.

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City of Casey Capital Works Program 2025/26
Category: Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
Stage: Approved | Est. Comp: 2026
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$125.8 million capital works program including $73.8 million for recreational, leisure, and community facilities, $12.6 million for roads, $11 million for parks, open space, and streetscapes, $5.2 million for drainage works, and various other infrastructure improvements across the City of Casey.

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Jobs & IndustryEmployment Trends in Cranbourne East - North

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13,378 residents of Cranbourne East - North are employed, from a labour force of 14,126. Unemployment sits at 5.3%, with participation at 73.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 19,560, about 78% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.

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The Cranbourne East - North area boasts a highly skilled labor pool, with manufacturing and industrial fields holding a strong presence. The unemployment level stands at 5.3%, and there was an estimated employment growth of 4.0% during the previous year. As of March 2026, 13,378 residents were employed, while the local unemployment rate was 0.5% higher than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%. Workforce participation remains relatively typical at 73.7%, in contrast to Greater Melbourne's 70.1%. Census data indicates that a moderate 16.2% of residents worked from home, although the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account.

Health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade serve as the predominant employer industries for local residents. The area displays a strong specialization in manufacturing, where resident participation is 1.7 times the broader metropolitan average. Conversely, professional & technical roles account for only 4.3% of the resident workforce, trailing the regional standard of 10.1%. A comparison between resident workers and local job counts highlights the community's primarily residential character with limited workplace capacity within its borders. AreaSearch evaluation of ABS and SALM figures indicates that in the year to March 2026, local jobs grew by 4.0% while the workforce expanded by 4.3%, lifting the unemployment rate by 0.3 percentage points. Over the identical timeframe, Greater Melbourne saw job gains of 2.1%, workforce expansion of 2.3%, and an unemployment rise of 0.2 percentage points. National forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in Mar-26 provide indicative outlooks across five- and ten-year horizons when weighted against the local occupational profile. While nationwide employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, industry performance varies substantially; translating these figures across the Cranbourne East - North sector mix yields projected local job expansions of 6.3% over five years and 13.5% over ten years (representing a basic illustrative weighting that excludes localized demographic projections).

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What is the employment situation in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
As of March 2026, the Cranbourne East - North SA2 has approximately 13,378 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.3%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
How does the Cranbourne East - North SA2's unemployment rate compare to the broader region?
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 stands at 5.3%, which is 0.5 percentage points above Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
What are the major employment sectors in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
The employment landscape in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (19.1% of employment), manufacturing (12.3%), and retail trade (11.2%). Other significant employers include construction and transport, postal & warehousing.
How has employment changed recently in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
Over the past year to March 2026, the Cranbourne East - North SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has rise. By comparison, Greater Melbourne saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
What is the workforce participation rate in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
The workforce participation rate in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is 73.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Melbourne average of 70.1%, showing similar workforce dynamics to the broader region.
Which industries are over-represented in the Cranbourne East - North SA2's employment market?
The cranbourne east - north sa2 shows notable specialization in manufacturing, which employs 12.3% of the local workforce compared to 7.2% regionally. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
What are the employment growth prospects for the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
Based on Jobs and Skills Australia projections applied to the Cranbourne East - North SA2's industry mix, employment is expected to grow by 6.3% over the next five years and 13.5% over ten years. This compares to national growth expectations of 6.6% over five years. Steady growth is anticipated across multiple sectors, providing diverse employment opportunities.
How does the job market in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 compare nationally?
The cranbourne east - north sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 8.9% decline, ranking 34.0th out of 37 regions nationally.
What employment opportunities exist for skilled workers in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
Skilled workers will find good opportunities in the Cranbourne East - North SA2, with skilled sectors accounting for 33.7% of employment. Key sectors for skilled workers include health care & social assistance (19.1%), education & training (5.9%), and professional & technical (4.3%). With projected employment growth of 6.3% over five years, demand for skilled workers is expected to remain strong.

EarningsHousehold Income in Cranbourne East - North

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Median household income in Cranbourne East - North is $1,931 a week (about $100,000 a year), with median personal income at $792 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,761 a year against an average of $62,423. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.

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ATO records published for financial year 2023 place the median taxpayer income in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 at $55,761 and the average at $62,423, trailing the wider metropolitan metrics of $57,688 (median) and $75,164 (average) as well as the national standard. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, updated figures reach approximately $61,125 for the median and $68,428 for the average as of March 2026. Across family, household, and individual brackets, Census earnings place the suburb around the 54th percentile nationally. The single largest income bracket contains 44.7% of residents earning between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (11,224 residents), exceeding the regional proportion of 32.8%.

While housing costs account for 19.6% of income, disposable income holds at the 56th percentile, and the area is situated in the 4th decile on the SEIFA income index.

Frequently Asked Questions - Income

What is the median taxable income in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is approximately $61,125. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $55,761.
What is the average taxable income in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is approximately $68,428. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $62,423.
How does the median taxable income in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is approximately $61,125 compared to $63,238 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $55,761 and $57,688 respectively.
How does the average taxable income in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is approximately $68,428 compared to $82,395 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $62,423 and $75,164 respectively.
What are the main income cohorts in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~44.7% / 11,224 persons) of the Cranbourne East - North SA2's population is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
How do the main income cohorts in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 compare to the region?
The largest income cohort in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 44.7% of the population. In comparison, Greater Melbourne's largest income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.8% of its population, according to the 2021 Census.
What is the median household income in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is $1,931/wk.
What is the median family income in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is $1,985/wk.
What is the median personal income in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is $792/wk.
How does the Cranbourne East - North SA2's income rank nationally?
The Cranbourne East - North SA2's income level is below the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. The Cranbourne East - North SA2's median income among taxpayers is $55,761 and the average income stands at $62,423, which compares to figures for Greater Melbourne's of $57,688 and $75,164 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $61,125 (median) and $68,428 (average) as of March 2026.
What is the disposable income in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
The estimated disposable income in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is $6,727 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
How does the Cranbourne East - North SA2's disposable income compare to the region?
The cranbourne east - north sa2's disposable income is $6,727 compared to $6,948 for Greater Melbourne, based on AreaSearch analysis.

Housing StockHousing & Dwellings in Cranbourne East - North

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Cranbourne East - North had 6,866 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 91% detached houses and 0% apartments. 59% are owned with a mortgage, 27% rented and 14% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month, a total housing cost higher than 88% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 20.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.

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At the time of the most recent Census, separate houses constituted 90.7% of housing stock in Cranbourne East - North, with semi-detached dwellings, units, and other formats accounting for 9.4%, contrasting with Greater Melbourne where houses represented 67.9% and alternate structures made up 32.1%. Outright property ownership sat at 14.4%, lagging the metropolitan standard, while mortgaged properties accounted for 58.9% and rental housing represented 26.7%. The typical monthly mortgage cost of $2,000 aligned with Melbourne metro's $2,000, while median weekly rent sat at $400 versus $390 regionally. Against nationwide benchmarks, local mortgage commitments exceed the Australian standard of $1,863, and weekly rents surpass the national figure of $375.

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What percentage of homes are owned vs rented in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
In the Cranbourne East - North SA2, 14.4% of homes are owned outright, 58.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 26.7% are rented.
What percentage of dwellings in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 are houses?
According to the latest data, 90.7% of dwellings in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 are houses.
What percentage of dwellings in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 are apartments or units?
In the Cranbourne East - North SA2, 0.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 9.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
What is the level of outright home ownership in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
Outright home ownership in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 stands at 14.4%, compared to 30.7% in Greater Melbourne.
What is the median monthly mortgage repayment in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is $2,000, compared to $2,000 in Greater Melbourne.
What is the median weekly rent in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
The median weekly rent in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is $400, compared to $390 in Greater Melbourne.
What is the distribution of rental prices in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
In the Cranbourne East - North SA2, 1.5% of rentals are $0-149/week, 7.1% are $150-349/week, 90.0% are $350-649/week, 0.8% are $650-949/week, and 0.6% are $950+/week.
What is the average monthly housing cost in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is $1,640, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
What percentage of income do residents spend on housing in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
In the Cranbourne East - North SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 23.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.7% of their income on rent.
How crowded are homes in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
How does housing affordability in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 compare to the region?
Housing affordability in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 23.9% of income on repayments (vs 24.3% regionally), while renters spend 20.7% of income on rent (vs 20.5% regionally).
What types of dwellings are most common in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
The dwelling mix in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 consists of 90.7% detached houses, 9.0% semi-detached dwellings, 0.4% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
What is the weighted average housing cost based on tenure mix in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
Factoring in the ownership distribution, the weighted average monthly housing cost is approximately $1,640. This accounts for outright owners paying no housing costs, mortgage holders paying $2,000/month, and renters paying $1,732/month.
How affordable is housing in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 relative to local incomes?
Housing in Cranbourne East - North consumes approximately 19.6% of median household income ($8,361 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
How do proposed developments compare to existing housing types in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
Recent development applications in Cranbourne East - North show attached dwellings contributing 7% of approvals compared to 9% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 93% of applications versus 91% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.

HouseholdsHousehold Composition in Cranbourne East - North

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Cranbourne East - North counted 6,866 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,363 today, averaging 3.3 people each. 53% are couples with children, more than in 96% of areas nationally, against 19% couples without children. 13% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.

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Family households represent the prevailing domestic structure at 84.8%, comprising couples with children at 53.3%, couples without children at 19.0%, and single parent families at 11.5%. The remaining 15.2% comprises non-family living arrangements, with lone person households representing 13.0% and group households making up 2.2%. The average household size of 3.3 people exceeds the Greater Melbourne norm of 2.6.

Frequently Asked Questions - Households

How many households are in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
As of the 2021 Census, the Cranbourne East - North SA2 had 6,866 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 7.2% to an estimated 7,363 households today.
What is the typical household size?
The median household size in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is 3.3 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Melbourne and reflects the area's household composition mix.
What types of households are most common?
Family households dominate at 84.8% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (13.0%), group households (2.2%), and other household types (0.0%).
How are families structured in the area?
Among the 5,822 family households, 53.3% are couples with children, 19.0% are couples without children at home, and 11.5% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
How does the Cranbourne East - North SA2 compare to regional household patterns?
Compared to Greater Melbourne, the Cranbourne East - North SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 84.8% (versus 70.9% regionally). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 13.0% compared to the regional 24.8%. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
What is the average family size?
Families in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Melbourne average of 1.4. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
What are the marriage patterns in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
Marriage patterns reveal 56.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 31.8% have never married. This compares to 47.0% married and 38.0% never married across Greater Melbourne.
How significant are single-person households?
Single-person households represent 13.0% of all households in the Cranbourne East - North SA2, notably lower than the regional average of 24.8%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Are shared living arrangements common?
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.2% of households, well below the Greater Melbourne average of 4.3%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
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EducationSchools & Education in Cranbourne East - North

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26.2% of adults in Cranbourne East - North hold a university qualification, including 17.1% with a bachelor degree and 7.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 20.9% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 5,041 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,010 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.

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University attainment levels present a notable gap, with 26.2% of residents holding higher education degrees compared to the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 37.0%, highlighting key avenues for educational development. Bachelor degrees constitute 17.1%, postgraduate credentials account for 7.2%, and graduate diplomas represent 1.9%. Vocational and technical qualifications are well established, with 34.9% of persons aged 15+ possessing trade credentials, divided between advanced diplomas (14.0%) and certificates (20.9%). A substantial 36.2% of the local population is actively engaged in studies, reflecting robust educational involvement. Primary school pupils represent 14.1% of the population, secondary students account for 8.8%, and tertiary attendees make up 4.3%.

Frequently Asked Questions - Education

What percentage of people in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 have university qualifications?
26.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 37.0% in the broader region.
What percentage of people in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 have no formal qualifications?
39.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.2% regionally.
How does the Cranbourne East - North SA2's education level compare to national averages?
The cranbourne east - north sa2 ranks in the 62th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
What types of qualifications are most common in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
The most common qualifications in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 are: Certificate (20.9%), Bachelor Degree (17.1%), Advanced Diploma (14.0%).
What proportion of the Cranbourne East - North SA2's population is currently attending educational institutions?
36.2% of the population in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, with 14.1% in primary school, 8.8% in secondary school, 4.3% at university.
What is the ICSEA score for schools in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 is 1010, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
How many schools are located within the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
There are 6 schools within the Cranbourne East - North SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 5,041 students.
What types of schools are available in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
The cranbourne east - north sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 1 combined school.

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AmenitiesServices & Amenities in Cranbourne East - North

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Getting AroundTransport & Commuting in Cranbourne East - North

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Public transport in Cranbourne East - North reaches 65 stops on 8 routes, timetabled for about 5,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 270 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.6 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.

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Public transportation across Cranbourne East - North is supported by 65 bus stops spanning 8 distinct routes, delivering 4,972 scheduled transit journeys each week. Network coverage provides convenient access, with an average distance of 268 meters to the nearest transit point. Commuting patterns reflect the area's outer residential profile, with private vehicles accounting for 89% of work travel and train transit making up 6%. Vehicle ownership stands at 1.6 cars per household, exceeding the metropolitan standard, while 16.2% of residents indicated working from home during the 2021 Census. Public transport services generate an average of 710 trips per day across the collective network, which translates to roughly 76 weekly trips at each individual stop.

Frequently Asked Questions - Transport

How many public transport stops are in Cranbourne East - North?
There are 65 public transport stops within the Cranbourne East - North SA2.
How frequent are the transport services in Cranbourne East - North?
the Cranbourne East - North SA2 has 4,972 weekly trips across 8 routes, averaging 710 trips per day.
How far are residents from public transport in Cranbourne East - North?
On average, residential properties are 268 meters from the nearest transport stop.

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HealthcareHealth Services in Cranbourne East - North

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78.2% of residents in Cranbourne East - North report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 81% of areas nationally. 4.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 50.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.4 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.

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AreaSearch evaluations of chronic condition incidence and mortality metrics show favorable health indicators in Cranbourne East - North, characterized by particularly low ailment rates among youth, alongside a private health insurance coverage rate of roughly 50% (~12,655 people). This tracks below the Greater Melbourne proportion of 56.7% and the nationwide figure of 55.7%. Among reported medical conditions, asthma and mental health concerns registered highest, affecting 6.8 and 5.7% of the community respectively, while 78.2% of residents reported having none of the listed chronic illnesses, outperforming the Greater Melbourne figure of 72.6%.

Working-age cohorts display strong vitality with low chronic condition rates. Residents aged 65 and over comprise 10.5% of the population (2,636 people), below the Greater Melbourne share of 15.1%, with senior health outcomes showing some relative headwinds compared to the broader population.

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How many people in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 have private health insurance?
Around 50.4% of people in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.7% in the broader region of Greater Melbourne.
What percentage of the population requires ongoing medical assistance in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
In the Cranbourne East - North SA2, 4.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 5.5% of people in Greater Melbourne require similar assistance.
How prevalent is asthma in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
6.8% of people in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.3% of the population across Greater Melbourne is affected by asthma.
What percentage of people have diabetes in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
Diabetes affects 4.6% of the the Cranbourne East - North SA2 population, while in the surrounding region, 4.1% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
What is the percentage of people with heart disease in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
2.4% of people in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 have heart disease. Across the region of Greater Melbourne, 3.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
How does the Cranbourne East - North SA2 compare to the region in terms of overall private health coverage?
In the Cranbourne East - North SA2, 50.4% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Melbourne sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.7%.

Ancestry & LanguageCultural Diversity in Cranbourne East - North

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48.1% of Cranbourne East - North residents were born overseas and 49.9% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 89% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (16.5%) and Australian (16.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.

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Cultural breadth is prominent throughout Cranbourne East - North, where 49.9% of inhabitants speak a non-English language at home and 48.1% were born abroad. Christianity represents the most widely held religious affiliation at 38.6% of residents. The Other religious classification shows an elevated presence at 10.1%, notably higher than the Greater Melbourne share of 2.3%. Regarding ancestral background based on parental birthplace, the leading cohorts in Cranbourne East - North are Other at 26.4% (surpassing the metropolitan average of 14.6%), English at 16.5%, and Australian at 16.4%. Several specific backgrounds register distinct concentrations, including Indian residents at 13.0% (against 4.2% across the wider region), Sri Lankan residents at 1.9% (versus 0.8%), and Filipino residents at 4.2% (compared to 1.3%).

Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity

What is the level of cultural diversity in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
Cranbourne East - North scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 49.9% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 48.1% born overseas.
What is the most common religion in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
The main religion in Cranbourne East - North was found to be Christianity, which makes up 38.6% of people in Cranbourne East - North. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 10.1% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.3%.
What are the top countries of origin in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Cranbourne East - North are Other, comprising 26.4% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 14.6%, English, comprising 16.5% of the population, and Australian, comprising 16.4% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Indian is notably overrepresented at 13.0% of Cranbourne East - North (vs 4.2% regionally), Sri Lankan at 1.9% (vs 0.8%) and Filipino at 4.2% (vs 1.3%).
How does the percentage of people born overseas compare to the regional average?
48.1% of the the Cranbourne East - North SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.3% regionally.
What percentage of the the Cranbourne East - North SA2 population speaks a language other than English at home?
49.9% of the population in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 35.9% in the wider region.
How many people in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 identify as Australian Aboriginal?
0.6% of the the Cranbourne East - North SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 0.5% in the region.
What is the citizenship status of the population in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
77.7% of the the Cranbourne East - North SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 81.1% in the wider region.

Age StructureAge Profile of Cranbourne East - North

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The median resident of Cranbourne East - North is 32, younger than 95% of areas nationally. That is 1 year older than at the 2021 Census. 28.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.

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Cranbourne East - North maintains a younger demographic balance than the broader metropolitan region. AreaSearch calculations for August 2026 show children and young adults (0 - 24) representing 37.6% of the population against 30.5% across Greater Melbourne, while older cohorts (65+) comprise 10.5% compared to 15.1% regionally. The estimated median age reached 32 in August 2026, rising from 31 at the 2021 Census and sitting 5 years beneath the Greater Melbourne Census median of 37 (and below the national Census median of 38). Since the Census, the mature adult bracket (45 - 64) shifted from 16.2% to an estimated 19.0%.

Residents aged 5 to 14 decreased from 18.3% to an estimated 16.3%, while the 15 to 24 group rose from 12.6% to 14.0% without matching growth in the youngest ages. Looking toward 2041, the largest numerical expansion is projected across the 45 - 64 cohort, adding 3,701 residents (78%) to reach 8,475, whereas the 65+ age group will see the fastest proportional rise, increasing 111% to reach 5,556 residents.

Frequently Asked Questions - Age

What is the median age in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 at 32 years as at August 2026. That is up from the 2021 Census figure of 31 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
How does the Cranbourne East - North SA2's median age compare to broader areas?
At an estimated 32 years as at August 2026, Cranbourne East - North is 5 years younger than the Greater Melbourne 2021 Census average (37 years) and 6 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
What age groups are over-represented in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 16.3% of the population.
What age groups are under-represented in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 7.1% of the population.
Are there age groups with notable population variances?
Yes, certain age groups in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 show significant variance compared to the Greater Melbourne region. The most over-represented age group is 5-14 year-olds (16.3% vs 11.8%). The most under-represented age group is 65-74 year-olds (4.9% vs 7.9%).
What is the percentage of children (0-14 years) in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 23.6% of the population in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 as at August 2026.
What is the percentage of older people (65+ years) in the Cranbourne East - North SA2?
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 10.5% of the population in the Cranbourne East - North SA2 as at August 2026.

Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Cranbourne East - North

Data currency Refreshed

9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 2026.

Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.

The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section

Section Source & update cycle Currency
Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections
Population ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline.
Age profile ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate.
Development & approvals ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jun 2026 baseline
Property sales & rents Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents Aug 2026 last month all 21 measures
Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026.
Infrastructure projects Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily Sep 2026 this month all 23 projects tracked here
Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Sep 2026.
Employment ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) Mar 2026 6 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census.
Education ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Transport ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Services & amenities Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous Jul 2026 2 months ago all 14 measures
Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections
Income ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail.
Health ABS, ATO Annual 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline
Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current.
Housing ABS 5-yearly (Census) 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures
Households ABS 5-yearly (Census) 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures
Cultural diversity ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures

"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.

How the numbers are built

Population

The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 71 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (23,415 at the 2021 Census → 25,111 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.

Age profile

Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".

Property sales

Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.

Rents

Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.

Development & infrastructure

Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.

Employment & income

Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.

Education, transport & amenities

School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.

Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.

Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.

Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (212031557). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.

Common questions about this page

Why can the Cranbourne East - North SA2 boundary differ from the suburb boundary?
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
Where does the data on this Cranbourne East - North page come from?
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources — including ABS, Geoscience Australia, Valuer General, Provider directories, DEWR, JSA, State Transport Departments and ACARA — then aggregates them to the boundary shown and calculates the rankings, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments.
Is the Cranbourne East - North data on this page just from the 2021 Census?
No. Most of this page is maintained well beyond the Census. Sourced entirely from current releases: development & approvals (Aug 2026), property sales & rents (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Sep 2026) and services & amenities (Jul 2026). Built on a Census baseline but carrying newer measures on top: population (to Aug 2026), age profile (to Aug 2026), employment (to Mar 2026), income (to FY 2023), education (to Aug 2026), transport (to Jul 2026) and health (to 2024). Population and age cohorts in particular are re-based to the latest ABS Estimated Resident Population rather than left at 2021 counts. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.

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