Retail
Retail trade plays a central role in the South West economy, supporting local employment, servicing a growing resident population and capturing a significant share of visitor expenditure.
A network of regional and town centres anchors retail activity, operating as commercial and service hubs for both established communities and emerging growth areas.
Ongoing population growth and tourism strength present opportunities for private investment in retail and mixed-use development across the region.
Major shopping complexes in the region include:
Busselton Central Shopping Centre
Margaret River Shopping Centre
Retail Fast Facts
- Retail Trade contributes $1.4 billion to the South West economy, accounting for 3.3% of total regional output.
- The sector supports 8,595 jobs, representing 10.7% of all employment in the South West.
- There are 1,016 retail businesses operating across the region, making up 5.7% of the South West's businesses.
Number of people employed by this sector in the region:
8,595
% of total regional employment:
10.7%
Annual wages and salaries earnt by people employed by this sector in the region ($m):
$457.75
% of total regional employment:
4.9%
Value of sector's contribution to Gross Regional Product ($m):
$702.82
% of total regional employment:
10.7%
Total value of local expenditure on intermediate goods and services($M):
$277.72
% of total local expenditure:
2.9%
Total value of sales to industry sectors in the region ($m):
$195.82
% of total sales to industry sectors:
2.1%