Suburb Intelligence Report
Petrie 4502
Moreton Bay growth corridor — 22km from CBD · City of Moreton Bay · Named after pioneer Thomas Petrie (1831–1910); early timber and farming settlement
At a glance
Petrie one of the most interesting stories in the northern growth corridor right now. Sitting 22km north of Brisbane on the Caboolture line, it’s got the bones of an old timber-and-farming town but a brand-new anchor: the University of the Sunshine Coast Moreton Bay campus, which opened in 2020 and brought 3,000 students — and serious development energy — to the suburb. The Petrie railway station puts the CBD 35 minutes away, while the Bruce Highway runs right past for drivers. With a median house price of $780,000 and 65% growth in five years, it’s one of the more affordable options in the corridor while the university precinct slowly transforms the place.
Crime is 52% lower than QLD average (break-ins vs QLD) and violent crime is 40% lower than QLD average. Population of 10,018 (2021), growing +11.8% since 2016.
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People & Demographics
Petrie has a median age of 34 and 72%. Population +11.8% since 2016. Projected: Projected ~13,000–16,000 by 2036 (university precinct growth catalyst).
Education
NAPLAN context below. For detailed school-level NAPLAN scores and trend data, visit MySchool (myschool.edu.au).
These top-rated schools are a short drive from Petrie.
Walkability & Amenities
- 12 parks including Petrie Park, North Pine River corridor, Whiteside Park, Lawrie McKinlay Park
- 1 per 835 across playgrounds, sports fields, bushland reserves
- Petrie Village — Woolworths, specialty stores
- Strathpine Shopping Centre — 5 min drive (165 stores)
- North Lakes Westfield — 10 min drive
Transport
1 train station: Petrie. Peak frequency Every 15–30 min peak.
- ~35 min by train
- ~30 min via Bruce Highway
- Bus routes: 660, 661, 662, 663, 664, 665
- North Lakes, Caboolture, Brisbane City, Strathpine
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Rental Market
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Safety & Crime Intelligence
Crime score: 12/100 severity rank (0 = no crime) — significantly safer than QLD & national benchmarks across most categories.
Break-ins −6.5% (2020–24) · Vehicle theft −18% (2020–24) · Violent −5.5% (2020–24)
Chance of violent crime victimisation: 1 in 250 (vs QLD 1 in 123, AU 1 in 89)
Flood & Environmental Risk
Moderate — areas near North Pine River subject to flooding. Low-moderate — some bushfire risk in vegetated western areas. Always verify your specific property:
- Check Moreton Bay Council Flood Viewer
- Council flood planning overlay applies near river corridor
- Insurance: check with provider — flood premiums vary by specific lot
Development & Infrastructure Pipeline
Petrie has active development projects shaping the suburb's future.
- Petrie Station — Caboolture and Redcliffe Peninsula lines
- UniSC Moreton Bay Campus — university opened 2020
- Bruce Highway — direct Brisbane and Sunshine Coast access
- North Pine River — recreational waterway
Investor Summary
Recent Sales
Updated: May 2026 · Public property records + market estimates- Investor profile: UniSC campus = growth catalyst; affordability + railway = strong fundamentals
- Demand indicator: Steady demand with growing student population
- Gentrification risk: Moderate — university presence driving renewal and investment
- Subdivision potential: Moderate — some larger blocks and undeveloped parcels near the university precinct
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