Understanding 5 feet 7 inches in Centimetres
5 feet 7 inches equals exactly 170.18 centimetres (1.70 metres). This height sits interestingly between the UK averages for men and women, making it a common height for people of all genders in Britain.
UK Height Percentiles
At 5'7" (170 cm), where do you stand among the UK population?
- For men: You're around the 25th percentile - shorter than about 75% of British men
- For women: You're around the 85th percentile - taller than about 85% of British women
This makes 5'7" a particularly versatile height - not considered short for women at all, while being below the male average of 5'9".
Why Convert to Centimetres?
In the UK, we commonly use feet and inches in casual conversation, but official documents require metric measurements. You'll need to know your height in centimetres for NHS medical records, passport applications, driving licence forms, and gym equipment settings.
BMI Calculations at 170 cm
For someone 5'7" (170 cm) tall, here are healthy weight ranges based on BMI:
- Underweight (BMI <18.5): Under 53.5 kg (8 st 6 lb)
- Healthy (BMI 18.5-24.9): 53.5 - 72 kg (8 st 6 lb - 11 st 5 lb)
- Overweight (BMI 25-29.9): 72 - 86.4 kg (11 st 5 lb - 13 st 8 lb)
Clothing Sizes at 5'7"
At 170 cm, you typically fall into regular length clothing rather than petite or tall ranges. For UK high street shops, you'll usually find standard leg lengths (30-32") work well. This height is well-served by most ready-to-wear clothing lines.
Famous People at 5'7"
Many notable British personalities stand at 5'7" (170 cm), including actors, musicians, and athletes who prove that height is no barrier to success in any field.