From a base of USD 4.4 billion in 2025, the footwear market in Australasia is projected to reach USD 4.7 billion by 2030, representing a compound annual growth rate of 1.33%, with growth anchored in a mix of tourism recovery, rising sports participation, and shifting consumer values. The region’s active lifestyle culture is fueling demand for versatile footwear that bridges athletic performance and everyday fashion. Sneakers designed for running, hiking, or tennis—crafted from high-quality materials with advanced cushioning, arch support, and breathability—are gaining favor among health-conscious consumers who prioritize both function and style. Younger demographics, in particular, are driving demand for adaptable designs that seamlessly transition between sporting activities and casual wear.
Economic caution remains a factor, with consumers increasingly value-driven and selective in their purchases. Brands are responding by blending craftsmanship, durability, and contemporary design to offer products that justify their price point, whether in the mass or premium segment. The high-end market is buoyed by affluent buyers seeking luxury footwear with strong brand heritage, sustainable sourcing, and artisanal production. Handcrafted, long-lasting shoes that embody superior workmanship are positioned to resonate strongly in this segment.
Sustainability continues to shape purchasing decisions, with brands incorporating eco-friendly materials, reducing carbon emissions, and embracing ethical manufacturing practices as part of broader ESG commitments. Digital retail experiences are also deepening engagement, enabling consumers to discover, customize, and purchase footwear that aligns with both their lifestyle and values. In a market navigating a shifting economic landscape, the ability to forge deeper emotional connections with consumers will be a decisive advantage for brands competing in Australasia’s evolving footwear sector.
This report provides a strategic analysis of the Australasia footwear market, examining historical trends from 2020 to 2024 and forecasting developments through 2030. It assesses market size, growth trajectories, and key drivers of change, offering a comprehensive view of the industry’s future. By dissecting the market into product type, consumer group, distribution channel and country, the report identifies high-potential opportunities and actionable strategies for market players to thrive in a competitive landscape.
Report Highlights
Providing a forward-looking view of the Australasia footwear market, this report presents size estimates from 2020 to 2030, with figures in (Units/USD). Actual data (2020–2024) and projections (2025–2030) are supplemented with CAGR metrics to reveal both past momentum and future trajectory. Key segmentation areas – product type, consumer group, distribution channel and country – highlight where growth is accelerating. The analysis is tailored to inform capital deployment, market expansion, and competitive positioning.
Beyond quantitative indicators, the report provides qualitative insights into emerging market dynamics. Drawing on expert interviews and macroeconomic context, it analyzes the underlying causes of market expansion and contraction. Evolving consumer preferences, and environmental regulations are examined as structural forces shaping the competitive landscape. The report also highlights fast-growing sub-segments and untapped innovation-driven opportunities across the value chain.
The report also delivers a comprehensive evaluation of market share changes and core brand performance among leading players from 2020 to 2024. It reveals competitive dynamics and trends in market concentration, providing granular market share comparisons and trend analyses. This equips users to better understand competitive advantages and challenges, thereby informing differentiated market strategies and investment decisions with robust empirical evidence.
Market Segmentation
The Australasia footwear market is categorized into the following segments:
Product type – e.g., regular footwear, sports footwear
Consumer group – e.g., children, men, women
Distribution channel – e.g., apparel stores, department stores, e-commerce, hypermarkets, sports stores, others
Country – e.g., Australia, New Zealand
Macroeconomic & Demographic Indicators
In addition to core market data, the report incorporates key socio-economic indicators that provide essential context for interpreting market dynamics. These include population trends, the Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), per capita consumption (expressed in USD), and consumer spending as a percentage of GDP. Together, these metrics offer a macroeconomic backdrop that enhances the strategic relevance of the market size figures, helping stakeholders better assess demand potential and long-term growth opportunities.
Competitive Landscape: Market Share Analysis
Alongside sizing and segmentation data, the report includes market share breakdowns for primary players in the footwear market in Australasia, highlighting dominant firms and brand-level movements.
Adidas AG
ASICS Corporation
ASOS plc
Authentic Brands Group LLC
Betts Group Pty Ltd
Blundstone Pty Ltd.
Brand Collective Pty Ltd.
C. & J. Clark International Ltd.
Cotton On Clothing Pty Ltd.
Deckers Outdoor Corporation
Globe International Limited
Kering SA
LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SA (LVMH)
Munro Footwear Group Pty Ltd
New Balance Athletics, Inc.
Nike, Inc.
On Holding AG
Puma SE
R. M. Williams Pty Ltd
Roadget Business Pte.?Ltd.
Skechers USA, Inc.
WM Ritchie (Aust) Pty Ltd.
Wolverine World Wide, Inc.
Woolworths Holdings Limited
This section helps stakeholders evaluate market concentration, identify partnership opportunities, and track shifts in leadership.
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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Key Findings
Market Segmentation
Market Overview
Australasia Footwear Market – Product Type Analysis
Australasia Footwear Market – Consumer Group Analysis
Australasia Footwear Market – Distribution Channel Analysis
Australasia Footwear Market – Country Analysis
Company Shares Analysis
Adidas AG
ASICS Corporation
ASOS plc
Authentic Brands Group LLC
Betts Group Pty Ltd
Blundstone Pty Ltd.
Brand Collective Pty Ltd.
C. & J. Clark International Ltd.
Cotton On Clothing Pty Ltd.
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Macroeconomic Data and Forecast
Research Methodology
Disclaimer
FIGURES AND TABLES
Table Australasia Footwear Market 2020-2030
Chart Australasia Footwear Market, Net Growth, 2020-2030
Chart Australasia Footwear Market, Growth Rates, 2020-2030
Table Australasia Footwear Market by Product Type, 2020-2030
Chart Australasia Footwear Market by Product Type, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart Australasia Footwear Market by Product Type, 2020-2030
Table Australasia Footwear Market by Consumer Group, 2020-2030
Chart Australasia Footwear Market by Consumer Group, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart Australasia Footwear Market by Consumer Group, 2020-2030
Table Australasia Footwear Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Chart Australasia Footwear Market by Distribution Channel, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart Australasia Footwear Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Table Australasia Footwear Market by Country, 2020-2030
Chart Australasia Footwear Market by Country, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart Australasia Footwear Market by Country, 2020-2030
Table Australasia Footwear Market Share (%), by Companies, 2020-2024
Chart Australasia Footwear Market, by Companies, 2024
Table Australasia Footwear Market Share (%), by Brands, 2020-2024
Chart Australasia Footwear Market, by Brands, 2024
Table Australasia – Population (Millions) and Forecast
Table Australasia – Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Forecast
Table Australasia – Gross Domestic Product and Forecast
Table Australasia Footwear Market: Spend as a Proportion of GDP (%)
Table Australasia Footwear Market: Consumption per Capita (Population)