Understanding 5 feet 10 inches in Centimetres
5 feet 10 inches equals exactly 177.80 centimetres (1.78 metres). This is a solidly above-average height for men in the UK, placing you in a comfortable position statistically.
UK Height Percentiles
At 5'10" (178 cm), here's where you rank among the UK population:
- For men: You're around the 60th percentile - taller than about 60% of British men
- For women: You're around the 98th percentile - taller than about 98% of British women
At this height, men are comfortably above the UK male average of 175.3 cm (5'9"), while women would be considered notably tall.
Why Convert to Centimetres?
British life requires metric measurements more often than you might think. You'll need your height in centimetres for NHS records, passport and driving licence applications, sports club registrations, and medical assessments. Having 177.80 cm memorised saves time on forms.
BMI Calculations at 178 cm
For someone 5'10" (178 cm) tall, the NHS guidelines suggest these weight ranges:
- Underweight (BMI <18.5): Under 58.6 kg (9 st 3 lb)
- Healthy (BMI 18.5-24.9): 58.6 - 78.9 kg (9 st 3 lb - 12 st 6 lb)
- Overweight (BMI 25-29.9): 78.9 - 94.7 kg (12 st 6 lb - 14 st 13 lb)
Sports and Physical Activities
At 5'10" (178 cm), you're well-suited for many sports. This height is common among professional footballers, rugby players, and athletes across various disciplines. It provides a good balance of reach and agility without the challenges that come with extreme height.
Clothing and Shopping
Standing at 178 cm, you'll typically fit into regular sizes at UK shops. Trouser leg lengths of 32-33" generally work well, and you'll have plenty of options across all high street retailers without needing specialist tall or short ranges.
The Growing Trend
Interestingly, average heights in the UK have increased significantly over the past century. Today's 5'10" man would have been considered quite tall in the 1900s when the average British male stood around 5'6". Better nutrition and healthcare have contributed to this gradual increase in average height.