The size of Cranbourne West is approximately 11.8 square kilometres. It has 11 parks covering nearly 0.9% of total area. The population of Cranbourne West in 2011 was 8,743 people. By 2016 the population was 15,046 showing a population growth of 72.1% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Cranbourne West is 30-39 years. Households in Cranbourne West are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Cranbourne West work in a trades occupation. In 2011, 72.3% of the homes in Cranbourne West were owner-occupied compared with 76% in 2016. Currently the median sales price of houses in the area is $637,500.