Weight Chart for Women
Healthy weight ranges by height based on NHS/WHO BMI guidelines.
Written by Dr Muhammad Usman MBBS
The NHS/WHO uses BMI (Body Mass Index) to define healthy weight ranges for adults. A healthy BMI falls between 18.5 and 24.9. The table below lists the healthy weight range for women at every common UK height, given in kilograms, stone and pounds, and pounds. The same BMI formula applies to men and women, so the ranges in this chart are calculated from the same NHS/WHO thresholds. What makes this chart useful for women specifically is the height range covered, which spans from 5ft 0in through to 6ft 2in with the ranges most relevant to female height distribution in the UK.
Healthy Weight Chart for Women - Full Table
Healthy weight = BMI 18.5 to 24.9. 5ft 6in highlighted as UK average height for women.
| Height | Range (KG) | Range (Stone) | Range (Lbs) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Min | Max | Min | Max | Min | Max | |
| 5ft 0in (152cm) | 42.7 | 57.5 | 6st 10lb | 9st 1lb | 94.1 | 126.8 |
| 5ft 1in (155cm) | 44.4 | 59.7 | 6st 13lb | 9st 5lb | 97.8 | 131.6 |
| 5ft 2in (157cm) | 45.6 | 61.4 | 7st 3lb | 9st 9lb | 100.5 | 135.4 |
| 5ft 3in (160cm) | 47.4 | 63.7 | 7st 7lb | 10st 0lb | 104.4 | 140.4 |
| 5ft 4in (163cm) | 49.2 | 66.2 | 7st 10lb | 10st 6lb | 108.5 | 145.9 |
| 5ft 5in (165cm) | 50.4 | 67.9 | 7st 13lb | 10st 9lb | 111.1 | 149.7 |
| 5ft 6in (168cm) ★ UK avg | 52.2 | 70.3 | 8st 3lb | 11st 1lb | 115.1 | 155.0 |
| 5ft 7in (170cm) | 53.5 | 72.0 | 8st 6lb | 11st 5lb | 117.9 | 158.7 |
| 5ft 8in (173cm) | 55.4 | 74.5 | 8st 10lb | 11st 10lb | 122.1 | 164.2 |
| 5ft 9in (175cm) | 56.7 | 76.3 | 8st 13lb | 12st 0lb | 125.0 | 168.2 |
| 5ft 10in (178cm) | 58.6 | 78.9 | 9st 3lb | 12st 6lb | 129.2 | 173.9 |
How to Use This Chart
Find your height in the left column. The minimum and maximum columns give the NHS/WHO healthy weight range for that height. If your weight falls between the minimum and maximum, your BMI is between 18.5 and 24.9, which is the healthy range. If your weight is below the minimum, the BMI is below 18.5, which is underweight. If your weight is above the maximum, the BMI is above 24.9, which is overweight or higher.
🩺 Doctor's Note
"BMI is the NHS/WHO standard screening tool for assessing weight in adults, and this chart reflects those ranges accurately. It is worth knowing that BMI does not account for how weight is distributed around the body, and it can give misleading results for very muscular individuals or older adults who may carry less muscle mass. If your weight falls outside the healthy range on this chart, a conversation with your GP is the most useful next step, as they can assess the full picture alongside the number."
— Dr Muhammad Usman, MBBS
Why BMI ranges are the same for men and women
The BMI formula does not have separate thresholds for men and women. The healthy range of 18.5 to 24.9 applies to all adults regardless of sex. However, research shows that women and men tend to distribute body fat differently at the same BMI, and some studies suggest women may carry slightly more body fat at a given BMI than men of the same reading. This does not change the NHS/WHO thresholds used in this chart, but it is worth knowing when interpreting individual BMI results with a GP.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ideal weight for a woman?
There is no single ideal weight. A healthy weight depends on height. At 5ft 4in the range is 49.2 to 66.2 kg (7 stone 10 lb to 10 stone 6 lb). At 5ft 6in it is 52.2 to 70.3 kg (8 stone 3 lb to 11 stone 1 lb). Use the chart above for your exact height.
What is a healthy weight for a woman at 5ft 5in?
At 5ft 5in the NHS/WHO healthy weight range is 50.4 to 67.9 kg, which is 7 stone 13 pounds to 10 stone 9 pounds, or 111.1 to 149.7 lbs.
What is the NHS/WHO weight chart for women?
The NHS/WHO uses BMI to define healthy weight. A healthy BMI is 18.5 to 24.9 for all adults. The chart on this page converts those BMI boundaries into kg, stone, and lbs for every common female height from 5ft 0in to 5ft 10in.
What is a healthy weight for a 5ft 4in woman?
At 5ft 4in the healthy weight range is 49.2 to 66.2 kg, which is 7 stone 10 pounds to 10 stone 6 pounds, or 108.5 to 145.9 lbs. Any weight in this range gives a BMI between 18.5 and 24.9.
How much should a woman weigh at 5ft 6in?
At 5ft 6in the healthy weight range is 52.2 to 70.3 kg, which is 8 stone 3 pounds to 11 stone 1 pound, or 115.1 to 155.0 lbs.
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Dr Muhammad Usman
MBBSDr Muhammad Usman graduated with his MBBS from Avicenna International Medical University in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan (2019–2024) and brings international clinical training across general medicine, surgery, and public health. He writes all health content on this site to current NHS/WHO guidelines, ensuring clinical accuracy and real-world relevance for UK readers.
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