The South West Economy
The South West is one of Western Australia’s most diverse regional economies, spanning manufacturing, mining, agribusiness, construction, tourism and services. This diversity supports resilience and sustained business and investment activity across the region.
Manufacturing is a major contributor to output and exports, complemented by established agribusiness and timber industries and growing population - serving sectors that reflect ongoing urban and regional expansion.
Strategic infrastructure - including transport networks, Bunbury Port, industrial land and energy assets - supports access to domestic and international markets and positions the South West for continued growth.
Population
206,297
Jobs
89,271
Economic output
$42.99bn
GRP
$18.6bn
Businesses
17,607
Manufacturing
$10bn
Exports
$18.7bn
Per capita GRP
$90,451
Building approvals
$1.27bn
Population growth 2015-25
1.7%

A competitive workforce: key employment sectors
Health Care
Construction
Retail
Education & Training
Accommodation & Food
Manufacturing
Agriculture & Forestry