Best Outlet Shopping in Perth

Outlet shopping promises brand names at a discount, but in Perth it pays to know exactly where the genuine factory-outlet stock lives. The city has two large purpose-built outlet centres and a handful of strong single-category outlets — and a few centres that look like outlets but are really ordinary malls. This guide cuts through it so you spend your Saturday on the real bargains.

For the rest of Perth retail, see our Shopping & Style guide.

Outlet centre vs regular mall: know the difference

A true factory-outlet (or “brand outlet”) centre is built specifically for brands to clear end-of-line, last-season, sample and surplus stock at reduced prices. A regular centre — think Westfield Carousel or Lakeside Joondalup — sells current-season stock at full RRP (sales aside), even with discount anchors like Big W or Target inside. The distinction matters: outlets are about discounted brand stock, not just cheaper shops.

The best outlet shopping in Perth

Watertown Brand Outlet Centre — West Perth

WA’s original dedicated brand-outlet centre, about 1.5km from the CBD on Wellington Street, with 100-plus permanent outlet stores across fashion, footwear, sportswear, accessories and homewares (names like Adidas, Levi’s, Converse and Kathmandu). Open seven days, 1,000-plus undercover bays, and reachable on the free CAT bus — the easiest outlet trip if you have no car. (If you remember this site as Harbour Town, that is the same centre, since rebranded to Watertown.)

DFO Perth — Perth Airport precinct, Redcliffe

Perth’s newer purpose-built outlet centre, about 13km east near the airport, with 100-plus specialty outlets including premium and international labels (Polo Ralph Lauren, Coach, Michael Kors, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein) plus dining and on-site parking. The pick for higher-end brand outlets, and an easy stop on the way to or from a flight.

Harvey Norman Clearance & Factory Outlets — Osborne Park, O’Connor & more

Standalone clearance outlets selling manufacturer run-out, ex-display, end-of-line and factory-seconds electrical and home goods — TVs, whitegoods, kitchen, audio and computing. The go-to for big-ticket homewares and electrical bargains rather than fashion.

Sheridan Factory Outlet — West Perth & the airport

A dedicated factory outlet for the Sheridan manchester brand (inside both Watertown and DFO), with quilts, sheet sets, towels and bed linen at outlet pricing — a useful tip if you are specifically chasing quality bedding.

What outlets are best for

Outlets shine on categories that cycle stock quickly: end-of-line and last-season fashion and footwear, sportswear and activewear, and homewares and manchester. For appliances and electronics, the clearance outlets dealing in run-out models and factory seconds are where the savings are. If you are pairing a shopping day with a pamper session, our guide to the best microblading in Perth and our Beauty & Personal Care guide are worth a look.

Realistic discounts and the best times to shop

Set expectations sensibly: outlet savings are meaningful but variable — often roughly 30–50% off RRP on regular outlet lines, with deeper markdowns on seconds and during sale events. Centres advertise headline figures like “up to 70% off”, but treat those as best-case ceilings on selected items, not the norm. The big bargain windows are End of Financial Year (June), Boxing Day and the post-Christmas week, Black Friday and Cyber Monday in late November, and mid-season change-of-season clearances. Shop early in the day on peak sale days for the best size and stock availability.

Parking and access

Both major centres are easy to reach: Watertown has 1,000-plus undercover bays and a free CAT-bus link from the CBD, while DFO sits in the airport precinct with on-site parking and is reachable via the Airport Line. The suburban clearance outlets in Osborne Park and O’Connor are car-based with their own parking.

Expert pushback: an “outlet” isn’t always the cheapest

Two traps catch outlet shoppers. First, an outlet price is not automatically the lowest price — for current-season items, a regular store’s sale can beat an outlet, so know the RRP before you decide it is a bargain. Second, outlet ranges are stock-dependent and turn over fast, so going in hunting for one specific item often disappoints; flexibility wins. Inspect any “seconds” in person for the (usually minor) fault that earned the discount, and check brands’ outlet stock online before you drive out.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the biggest outlet centre in Perth?

Watertown Brand Outlet Centre in West Perth and DFO Perth near the airport are the two large purpose-built outlet centres, each with 100-plus stores.

Is Harbour Town still in Perth?

The West Perth centre once called Harbour Town is now branded Watertown Brand Outlet Centre — same location, new name.

How much can I really save at the outlets?

Typically around 30–50% off RRP on regular outlet stock, with deeper cuts on seconds and during sale events. “Up to 70%” applies to selected items only.

When are the best outlet sales?

End of Financial Year (June), Boxing Day, Black Friday/Cyber Monday, and mid-season clearances are the strongest windows.

Which outlet is best for designer brands?

DFO Perth carries more premium and international labels; Watertown leans towards mainstream fashion, sportswear and homewares.