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Singles in Hamden

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A few facts about Hamden

  • Hamden has a population of about 60,000.
  • It's part of Connecticut.
  • It's about 75 miles to New York, the country's largest city.
  • The nearest bigger city is Yonkers, about 61 miles away.
  • Towns nearby: New Haven (6 miles), Meriden (11 miles) and Waterbury (14 miles).

Where to meet in Hamden

Hamden is small enough that you may have friends in common, so start with a relaxed coffee in the centre. If you would rather meet away from familiar faces, New Haven is close by.

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 Hamden: questions and answers

Who can I meet near Hamden?

Within 30 miles of Hamden there are 62 towns and cities — Bridgeport, New Haven and Hartford among them — with more than 2 million residents in all. You set the distance yourself in the filters, from 5 miles up to 300 miles — or choose “Any distance”.

Is there a free dating site in Hamden?

Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Hamden 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 Hamden 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 Hamden?

Yes. Pick any other city in the filters, at home or abroad, and YADate shows the people there.

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