About London
- About 9 million people live in London, the capital of the United Kingdom and its biggest city.
- No town in England is bigger.
- Towns nearby: St Albans (19 miles), Grays (20 miles) and Slough (20 miles).
Dating by city / United Kingdom / England / London
Meet people in London
No one from London has a public profile here yet. Create yours and people nearby will be able to find you.
A first date in London
Big cities make it easy to keep a first date short and neutral. Meet at a coffee place in a busy area, and if it goes well, walk somewhere nearby instead of planning a whole evening.
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.
Dating in London: questions and answers
How far around London can I search?
More than 12 million people live within 30 miles of London, in 138 towns and cities including Luton, Slough and Basildon. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 5 miles to 300 miles, or “Any distance”.
Is online dating in London free on YADate?
Yes, completely. Nothing on YADate is paid, in London or anywhere else: you can browse, like, write first and send voice messages or gifts without a subscription or credits. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.
Are the profiles near London real?
YADate never creates fake profiles or writes on behalf of people who don't exist. A moderator checks every photo before it appears, every member confirms an email address, and any profile can be reported. Anyone who asks for money or pushes you to move to another app straight away is worth reporting.
Can I meet someone who doesn't live in London?
Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in the United Kingdom or abroad.
Around London: districts and suburbs
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.