Perch to Square Meter Converter
Convert Perch to square meters (m²) instantly. 1 Perch = 25.29 m²
Convert Perch to m²
Perch to m² Conversion Chart
| Perch | Square Meters (m²) | Square Feet (sqft) | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Perch | 126 m² | 1,361 sqft | Small plot |
| 10 Perch | 253 m² | 2,723 sqft | Standard suburban |
| 15 Perch | 379 m² | 4,084 sqft | Medium house |
| 20 Perch | 506 m² | 5,445 sqft | Large house |
| 30 Perch | 759 m² | 8,168 sqft | Premium property |
| 40 Perch (1 Rood) | 1,012 m² | 10,890 sqft | Small estate |
| 50 Perch | 1,265 m² | 13,613 sqft | Large estate |
| 80 Perch (0.5 Acre) | 2,023 m² | 21,780 sqft | Half acre |
| 100 Perch | 2,529 m² | 27,225 sqft | Small farm |
| 160 Perch (1 Acre) | 4,047 m² | 43,560 sqft | Full acre |
About Perch (Sri Lanka)
Perch (also called square perch) is the primary land measurement unit in Sri Lankan real estate, inherited from the British Imperial system.
- 1 Perch = 25.29 square meters (exact: 25.29285264 m²)
- 1 Perch = 272.25 square feet
- 1 Perch = 30.25 square yards
- 160 Perches = 1 Acre
- 40 Perches = 1 Rood
Origin of "Perch":
The term comes from the surveyor's measuring rod called a "perch" or "pole" that was 5½ yards (16½ feet or ~5.03 meters) long. A square perch is the area of a square with sides of one perch length.
Typical Property Sizes in Sri Lanka:
- Colombo (urban): 5-10 Perches (small to medium house)
- Suburbs: 10-20 Perches (standard family home)
- Outskirts: 20-40 Perches (large property with garden)
- Rural/estates: 40+ Perches (agricultural or luxury estate)
How to Convert Perch to Square Meters
Formula: Square Meters = Perch × 25.29
Exact Formula: m² = Perch × 25.29285264
Examples:
- 10 Perch to m²: 10 × 25.29 = 252.9 m²
- 20 Perch to m²: 20 × 25.29 = 505.8 m²
- 40 Perch to m²: 40 × 25.29 = 1,011.6 m² (1 Rood)
- 160 Perch to m²: 160 × 25.29 = 4,046.9 m² (1 Acre)
Real Estate Context - Colombo Pricing (2025)
Approximate land values per Perch:
- Colombo 3-7 (Premium): LKR 3-10 million per perch
- Colombo suburbs: LKR 500,000 - 2 million per perch
- Gampaha district: LKR 200,000 - 800,000 per perch
- Kandy: LKR 150,000 - 600,000 per perch
- Galle/south coast: LKR 300,000 - 1.5 million per perch
Note: Prices vary greatly by exact location, road access, and amenities.
FAQs
How many square meters in 1 Perch?
1 Perch = 25.29 square meters (25.29285264 m² exactly) = 272.25 square feet.
Why does Sri Lanka use Perch instead of meters?
Sri Lanka inherited the Imperial system from British colonial rule. Although the metric system was officially adopted in the 1970s, Perch remains the de facto standard in real estate.
How many Perches in 1 Acre?
160 Perches = 1 Acre. This comes from the traditional "perfect acre" definition as 40 perches long × 4 perches wide.
What is a good size plot for a house in Colombo?
10-15 Perches (253-379 m²) is considered standard for a comfortable family home in Colombo suburbs. In central Colombo, 5-8 Perches is more typical due to high land values.
Is 20 Perches enough for a house with garden?
Yes! 20 Perches = 506 m² (5,445 sqft), which is spacious enough for a large house with a garden. This is considered a premium plot size in Sri Lanka.