What Is This Tool?
This tool helps you convert area values from square perch, a historic unit, to acres, a widely used modern unit for measuring land area. It simplifies the process of translating legacy land measurements into current standards.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in square perch you want to convert.
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Select 'square perch' as the source unit if needed.
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Choose 'acre [ac]' as the target unit.
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Click convert to see the equivalent area in acres.
Key Features
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Converts area from square perch to acre instantly.
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Supports legacy land measurement units used in historical and legal contexts.
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Provides clear conversion results for land measurement and real estate use.
Examples
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10 square perch equals 0.0625 acre.
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160 square perch equals exactly 1 acre.
Common Use Cases
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Translating historical land records and cadastral maps.
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Surveying and legal conveyancing involving old land units.
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Agricultural planning using modern area measurements.
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Real estate property size descriptions and zoning assessments.
Tips & Best Practices
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Verify the accuracy of historical measurements before conversion.
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Use this tool to standardize land area data for modern applications.
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Cross-check converted results when dealing with legal or survey documents.
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Understand the historical context of square perch for precise interpretation.
Limitations
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Square perch is an obsolete unit rarely used today.
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Conversion accuracy depends on the precision of historical records.
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Legacy measurements may require careful contextual interpretation.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a square perch?
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A square perch is a historical area unit defined as a square with sides one perch long, where one perch equals 16.5 feet, totaling 272.25 square feet.
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How many acres are in one square perch?
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One square perch is exactly 1/160 of an acre, which equals 0.00625 acres.
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Where is this conversion most commonly used?
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This conversion is used in real estate, land surveying, legal conveyancing, agricultural planning, and historical land record interpretation.
Key Terminology
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Square Perch
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A historical unit of area equal to the area of a square with sides one perch (16.5 feet) long, equivalent to 1/160 of an acre.
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Acre [ac]
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A non-SI unit of land area commonly used in agriculture and real estate, defined as exactly 43,560 square feet.
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Conversion Rate
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The factor used to change a measurement from one unit to another; here, 1 square perch equals 0.00625 acres.