Strathpine QLD: Commercial Momentum Returns as Strathpine Evolves into a Northern Metro Hub

Strathpine has long played a supporting role in Brisbane’s northern growth story — but in 2025, its commercial profile is rising fast. Located within the high-growth Moreton Bay region, Strathpine is benefiting from renewed investment in suburban office assets, civic upgrades, and regional planning initiatives that position it as a future urban hub. With the recent $55.5 million sale of a major A-grade office asset and continued government decentralisation, Strathpine is transitioning from a fringe commercial centre into a high-access, mid-metro growth node — attracting tenants, developers, and capital alike.

Strategic Positioning Between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast

Strathpine’s location offers the perfect midpoint advantage. It sits just 20km north of Brisbane CBD and is a key part of the Moreton Bay Regional Council’s designated “regional city” corridor — an area identified for population density, jobs growth, and long-term commercial development. Its access to workforce, public transport, and arterial networks makes it ideal for office, health, education, and mixed-use projects that service the wider northern suburbs.

• Strathpine is positioned along the Caboolture railway line, providing fast rail access to Brisbane and Caboolture

• The suburb connects to the Bruce Highway and Gympie Road, giving vehicles access to major trade and transport networks

• Local government planning identifies Strathpine as a Regional Activity Centre, supporting higher density and commercial investment

Major Office Investment Signals Market Confidence

The recent $55.5 million acquisition of the former Super Retail Group headquarters by Sandran Property Group reflects renewed interest in Brisbane’s suburban office sector. With the asset offering 7,272sqm of NLA and future developable land, the deal showcases strong investor confidence in Strathpine’s commercial potential and long-term leaseability.

• The three-level office building at 6 Coulthards Avenue features A-grade specifications and flexible floorplates

• The 6,184sqm adjoining land component provides room for expansion, strata subdivision, or additional commercial development

• Tenants are drawn by lower overheads compared to CBD and fringe metro precincts, with excellent parking ratios

Civic and Infrastructure Investment Supporting Growth

Strathpine is undergoing broader civic and infrastructure upgrades designed to support its transformation into a mid-scale commercial and civic centre. Council has prioritised community infrastructure, public realm activation, and traffic improvements to prepare the suburb for future population and workforce expansion.

• The Moreton Bay Council has announced upgrades to parklands, bikeways, and local civic buildings to support urban renewal

• Strathpine Centre continues to evolve as a retail anchor and mixed-use zone, with transport and food precinct connections

• Planned upgrades to rail station access and pedestrian infrastructure will further activate the commercial core

Suburban Office and Health Precincts Are Expanding

While many suburban office precincts are battling high vacancy, Strathpine stands out for its strong public-sector tenancy mix and emerging health and education services sector. Government departments and community support providers are anchoring demand, while new uses — such as day surgeries, diagnostics, and mental health — are moving in.

• Suburban medical operators are leasing smaller tenancies in campus-style buildings for allied health, NDIS, and community services

• Demand is growing for co-located health and office accommodation, particularly for government and NGO-funded services

• Developers are exploring commercial strata models that offer flexibility for professionals and SME tenants

Mixed-Use Development Potential Is Growing

With large land parcels, council-backed zoning support, and transport connectivity, Strathpine is becoming increasingly viable for mixed-use projects. Future commercial development could include residential-above-retail, office-over-medical, and strata-titled suites — particularly near the station and civic areas.

• Zoning supports up to 6-storey development in targeted parts of the town centre and surrounding blocks

• Developers are targeting infill blocks for office, childcare, gym, and small format retail opportunities

• Mixed-use delivery will support increased activity and daytime economy activation across the commercial spine

Strathpine’s Long-Term Commercial Profile Is Solidifying

As Moreton Bay emerges as one of Australia’s fastest-growing urban regions, Strathpine will continue to serve as a key employment and service destination. Its combination of location, infrastructure, and rising civic profile make it one of Queensland’s best-positioned suburbs for medium-scale commercial development and adaptive reuse.

• The Moreton Bay region is projected to reach 690,000+ people by 2046, creating structural demand for services and employment

• Strathpine’s location between North Lakes, Petrie, and Brisbane Airport makes it ideal for businesses with regional reach

• Council and private developers are working in parallel to activate underutilised parcels and increase commercial density

How Commercial Property Marketing Can Help

At Commercial Property Marketing, we help developers, councils, and agents bring regional growth centres like Strathpine to life. Whether you’re marketing an A-grade office, launching a health tenancy mix, or visualising a future mixed-use site, we provide the visuals, strategy, and campaigns to help your project succeed.