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Is 140 Over 70 a Good Blood Pressure Reading?

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Oct 20, 2025 9:30:01 AM

Blood pressure is both a mystery and a cause of worry for many people. But what is a ‘good’ blood pressure reading, and how do you know when there is cause for concern? Let’s break this down.

If you’ve ever had a blood pressure reading in a hospital or at your GP's clinic, they may have given you a figure, such as 140 over 70 or 120 over 80. More often than not, this figure will have been dashed out without any explanation, leaving you to smile and nod without being any the wiser. This may be understandable for professionals who take dozens of blood pressure readings each day, but it is not very helpful for individuals and has implications for their health.

However, when it comes to measuring your blood pressure, understanding the result is essential to maintaining good health, so is a reading of 140/70 considered normal or concerning?

Here’s what you need to know.

What Do The Numbers Mean?

Blood pressure readings consist of two numbers measured in millimetres of mercury (mmHg):

Systolic pressure (the first number) – this is the force your heart exerts when pumping blood.
Diastolic pressure (the second number) – this indicates the pressure in your arteries when your heart is at rest between beats.

For a reading of 140 over 70, therefore, the systolic pressure is 140 mmHg and the diastolic pressure is 70 mmHg.

What Is Normal Blood Pressure?

According to medical guidelines, ‘normal’ blood pressure is typically 120/80 mmHg or below. A systolic reading of 140 mmHg is classified as Stage 1 Hypertension (high blood pressure), even though the diastolic pressure of 70 mmHg falls well within the normal range.

This means that while 70 is an ideal diastolic level, the elevated systolic number could indicate the need for lifestyle adjustments or further monitoring. Persistent high systolic pressure puts strain on your heart and increases the risk of health issues such as heart disease or stroke.

The following ranges are widely used as benchmarks:

Normal: Less than 120/80 mmHg
Elevated: 120–129/<80 mmHg
Hypertension (Stage 1): 130–139/80–89 mmHg
Hypertension (Stage 2): 140 or higher/90 or higher

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