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Country Facts:
United Kingdom vs. Pitcairn Island

Learn about the similarities and differences between United Kingdom and Pitcairn Island by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.

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Geography

United Kingdom vs. Pitcairn Island - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of United Kingdom is 93 628 mi², while the surface area of Pitcairn Island is 18.15 mi². This means that the area of United Kingdom is 515757% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
93 628 mi²
18.15 mi²

Coastline length

United Kingdom has a coastline of 7 723.0 mi, while Pitcairn Island has a coastline of 31.7 mi.

7 723.0 mi
31.7 mi

Largest city

8 630 000 ppl
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Highest peak

The highest peak in the United Kingdom is Ben Nevis, its height is 4 406 ft. The highest peak in Pitcairn Island is Pawala Valley Ridge, which rises to a height of 1 138 ft.

4 406 ft
Ben Nevis
1 138 ft
Pawala Valley Ridge

Highest recorded temperature

101.3°F
Faversham, Kent
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Lowest recorded temperature

-17°F
Braemar, Aberdeenshire / Altnaharra, Sutherland
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Society

United Kingdom vs. Pitcairn Island - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of United Kingdom is about 67 886 011, while Pitcairn Island is home to 56 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
67 886 011 ppl
56 ppl

Life expectancy

81.3 years
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Average age

40.6 years
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Birthrate

The birth rate is 0.48% in the United Kingdom and 0% in Pitcairn Island.

0.48%
0%

Literacy

99.0%
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Language

In the United Kingdom, the main language is English, and in Pitcairn Island the primary language is English.

english
english

Religion

In the United Kingdom, the main religion is Christianity; in Pitcairn Island, the main religion is Christianity.

christianity
christianity

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

34 436 000 ppl
Ranking: 55/179
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Economy

GDP per capita

45 853 Int$
Ranking: 62/194
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Currency

United Kingdom: Pound Sterling (GBP). Pitcairn Island: New Zealand Dollar (NZD).

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GBP
Pound Sterling
NZD
New Zealand Dollar

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in the United Kingdom: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: G). Electricity in Pitcairn Island: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: I).

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: G
230V 50 Hz
Plug type: I

Driving side

United Kingdom has left-hand traffic, Pitcairn Island has left-hand traffic.

left-hand traffic
left-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

USDGBPEURNZD

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: United Kingdom - June, July, August; Pitcairn Island - July, August.

Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the World

Safety level

Scale from 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe)
Traveler's essential: Travel Safety Map
Exercise a high degree of caution
Level 2
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Visa requirements

For citizens of United States (Settings → Your Country)
Traveler's essential: With or Without a Visa?
Visa not required
A visa is not required.
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Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B85 USD - 112 USD
T151 USD - 207 USD
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