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Petrie

Moreton Bay · QLD 4502

Home to the University of the Sunshine Coast's Moreton Bay campus and the 460ha Moreton Bay Central priority development area on the former Petrie paper mill.

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AusProp Score

53/100
53Fair
Infrastructure pipeline10/30

1 active project tracked

Jobs market12/15

1,043 listings within 15km

Planning & supply balance10/15

Major project confirmed

Rental yield9/25

3.10% net yield

Capital growth (1yr)11/15

13.23% past year

Based on 5 of 5 possible signals — infrastructure, jobs and planning data are always real and sourced. Guide only, not financial advice.

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Under construction now
  • Education — The Mill at Moreton Bay (UniSC Moreton Bay campus)

Signal summary

Petrie has 1 active infrastructure project, headlined by The Mill at Moreton Bay (UniSC Moreton Bay campus) (under construction). The median house price is around $980k, with auction clearance steady and days on market steady; gross rental yield is about 3.53%.

Auto-generated draft — refined by AI (Claude) from live data before launch.

Petrie's timeline

2021
The Mill PDA: New Warehouse Development in Petrie
Approved
Multiple Dwelling Development — 48 Units in Petrie
Approved
2023
Multiple Dwelling Development — 71 Units in Petrie
Proposed
2024
Major Rooming Accommodation Facility — 301 Beds Proposed in Petrie
Proposed
Major PDA Mixed-Use Development: 113 New Dwellings in Petrie
Approved
2025
35 Multiple Dwellings Proposed in Petrie
Proposed
Subdivision Development — 45 New Residential Lots in Petrie
Proposed
Multiple Dwelling Development — 48 Units in Petrie
Proposed
Multiple Dwelling Development — 32 Units in Petrie
Proposed
Multiple Dwelling and Shop Development in Petrie
Proposed
Mixed-Use Residential and Commercial Development in Petrie
Proposed

Also proposed, timing not yet confirmed:

  • The Mill at Moreton Bay (UniSC Moreton Bay campus)
  • Mixed-Use Residential Precinct — Rezoning & Subdivision

Infrastructure timeline

1 active · 0 completed

Planning & zoning

12 decisions
High supply risk10 major DAs approved

10 major approvals in the pipeline — significant new supply could soften rents short-term before population absorbs it.

~1,260
est. new dwellings
  1. Major projectPriority Dev AreaApproved· 2021

    The Mill PDA: New Warehouse Development in Petrie

    Spotted 8 weeks ago

    The Mill PDA, Petrie

    This development permit concerns a material change of use for a warehouse within The Mill Priority Development Area (PDA) in Petrie.

    Investor note

    The Mill PDA is a significant master-planned precinct anchored by the University of the Sunshine Coast Petrie campus. Continued industrial and commercial investment in this PDA signals strong ongoing infrastructure support and economic activity, which bolsters local housing demand for students and professionals.

    Source ↗DA/41435/2020/V2N
  2. Major projectMajor DA ApprovedProposed· 2024

    Major Rooming Accommodation Facility — 301 Beds Proposed in Petrie

    Spotted 8 weeks ago

    Petrie QLD 4502

    The application proposes a substantial rooming accommodation development consisting of 301 beds alongside an integrated food and drink outlet in Petrie.

    Investor note

    A project of this scale suggests a significant increase in transient or low-cost housing demand within the Petrie precinct, often linked to proximity to the University of the Sunshine Coast Moreton Bay campus. Investors should monitor this as it indicates a shift in local demographic density and demand for supporting commercial services.

    Source ↗DA/2024/2158
  3. Major projectPriority Dev AreaApproved· 2024

    Major PDA Mixed-Use Development: 113 New Dwellings in Petrie

    Spotted 8 weeks ago

    Petrie QLD 4502

    A Priority Development Area (PDA) permit for a large-scale project featuring 90 rooming accommodation units, 23 multiple dwellings, and a food and drink outlet.

    Investor note

    This project significantly increases high-density housing capacity in Petrie, signaling strong institutional confidence in the area's rental demand. The combination of rooming accommodation and multiple dwellings, alongside commercial amenities, suggests a transformation of the local demographic profile, likely attracting students and young professionals near transport hubs.

    Source ↗DA/42449/2020/V2K
  4. Major DA ApprovedApproved· 2021

    Multiple Dwelling Development — 48 Units in Petrie

    Spotted 8 weeks ago

    Petrie

    This application requests an extension to the currency period for a previously approved development permit for 48 multiple dwelling units in Petrie.

    Investor note

    The extension of this approval indicates that the developer maintains intent to deliver this medium-density project despite the passage of time since the original approval. This project supports densification near the Petrie precinct, which benefits from proximity to the University of the Sunshine Coast Moreton Bay campus.

    Source ↗DA/32030/2016/VEXT/1
  5. Major DA ApprovedProposed· 2023

    Multiple Dwelling Development — 71 Units in Petrie

    Spotted 8 weeks ago

    Petrie, QLD 4502

    A development application for the construction of 71 multiple dwellings in Petrie, Queensland.

    Investor note

    Adding 71 dwellings represents a significant increase in local supply, indicating confidence in Petrie as a growth corridor near the University of the Sunshine Coast campus. This level of density suggests a shift towards higher-density living, which can support improved local infrastructure and retail patronage over time.

    Source ↗DA/2022/3847
  6. Major DA ApprovedProposed· 2025

    35 Multiple Dwellings Proposed in Petrie

    Spotted 8 weeks ago

    Petrie QLD 4502

    A development application for 35 multiple dwellings located in Petrie, Queensland.

    Investor note

    The development of 35 units indicates increasing medium-density demand in Petrie, likely driven by proximity to the Petrie Mill precinct and university campus. This growth in density suggests a shifting demographic profile towards renters and young professionals in the local area.

    Source ↗DA/2024/3971

Nearby signals

5 within ~7km

Local services

48 amenities
Transport6
PetrieTrain Station
LawntonTrain Station
Lawnton stationTransit Station
Petrie Station, Stop BTransit Station
Dohles Rocks Rd near Evelyn StTransit Station
Beeville Rd at Frenchs RdTransit Station
Education10
UniSC Moreton BayUniversity
Kallangur State SchoolPrimary School
Kurwongbah State SchoolPrimary School
Lawnton State SchoolPrimary School
Petrie State SchoolPrimary School
Our Lady of the Way Catholic Primary SchoolPrimary School
UniSC Building A1University
UniSC Building A4University
UniSC Building A2University
UniSC Building A3University
Healthcare8
Kallangur Satellite Health CentreHospital
Kallangur Day And Night Chempro ChemistsPharmacy
Family Practice at KallangurHospital
Bupa Dental PetrieMedical Centre
Petrie Medical CentreHospital
QML Pathology - KallangurMedical Centre
Petrie Chempro ChemistPharmacy
Lymphatic CareHospital
Retail & Shopping6
ALDISupermarket
Woolworths PetrieSupermarket
IGA French's ForestSupermarket
Australia Post - Petrie LPOPost Office
JEMShopping Centre
Swagat Indian Mart | Fresh Veg, Food & Grocery - KallangurSupermarket
Childcare6
Mother Duck Childcare and Kindergarten LawntonKindergarten
Green Leaves Early Learning Murrumba DownsKindergarten
Mother Duck Childcare and Kindergarten Kallangur - Anzac AvenueKindergarten
Treehouse Early Learning Centre - LawntonChildcare Centre
Goodstart Early Learning PetrieChildcare Centre
Living Faith Early Learning CentreChildcare Centre
Recreation8
Old Petrie TownAttraction
Les Hughes Sporting ComplexSports Complex
Lawnton Aquatic CentreSports Complex
Mick Hanfling ParkPark
Sweeney ReserveAttraction
Mungarra ReserveAttraction
Fernwood FitnessSports Complex
Pine Rivers Heritage MuseumAttraction
Community4
Petrie Police StationPolice Station
Petrie Fire & Rescue StationFire Station
Steven Miles LaborCouncil Office
The Ultimate HQCouncil Office

Jobs activity

1,043active listings
within 15km
Healthcare & Nursing
237
Hospitality & Tourism
148
Retail
116
Construction & Trades
49
IT & Technology
39

Source: Adzuna· updated 2026-07-27. Postings within 15km. YoY growth is illustrative — based on suburb growth profile.

Price history

5-year median price
House +80% Unit +66%
$330k$598k$866k202020212022202320242025

Illustrative sample — live data via Domain API once connected

Market snapshot

House
Unit
Median price
$980,000
$693,500
Rent / week
$640/wk
$590/wk
Gross yield
3.53%
4.42%
Growth (1yr)
+13.2%
+26.7%

Source: Your Investment Property Magazine (CoreLogic)

Auction clearance
Days on market
9 days
Active listings
Vacancy rate

For sale now

properties currently for sale

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Data last updated: 2026-06-29. Sources: Transport and Main Roads, the Queensland Government, City of Gold Coast, Gold Coast Health and Domain. Each infrastructure project links to its original government source above.