About Portsmouth
- About 3,600 people live in Portsmouth, one of the three biggest cities in Dominica.
- Roseau, the largest city in Dominica, is about 32 km away.
- Close by: Colihaut (11 km), Wesley (15 km) and Saint Joseph (20 km).
Dating by city / Dominica / Saint John Parish / Portsmouth
Singles in Portsmouth
Members from Portsmouth and towns within 50 km who make their profile public will appear here.
Where to meet in Portsmouth
From Portsmouth it is perfectly normal to suggest meeting in a bigger town nearby. People here do it all the time, and neither of you has to worry about running into the neighbours.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Questions about dating in Portsmouth
Who can I meet near Portsmouth?
Within 50 km of Portsmouth there are 12 towns and cities — Roseau, Trois-Rivières and Grand-Bourg among them — with more than 46,000 residents in all. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.
Is there a free dating site in Portsmouth?
Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Portsmouth and everywhere else: profiles, search filters, likes, messages, voice messages and gifts cost nothing, and there is no premium plan. Daily caps exist only to stop spam: up to 40 new conversations a day, for example.
Are the singles around Portsmouth real people?
There are no fake profiles here: YADate doesn't create them or chat on anyone's behalf. Photos go live only after a moderator approves them, every account confirms an email address, and reports are reviewed by people. If someone asks for money or rushes you onto another app, report them — a moderator will look into it.
Can I date someone from outside Portsmouth?
Yes. Pick any other city in the filters, at home or abroad, and YADate shows the people there.
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
Your profile is your first hello. How to write a few honest lines and choose photos that make people want to start a conversation.
First messages
First messages that actually start a conversation
“Hi, how are you?” rarely gets far. How to write a first message that is easy and pleasant to answer — with examples you can adapt.
First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.