A few facts about Lakewood
- Lakewood has a population of about 54,000.
- It lies in New Jersey.
- New York, the largest city in the United States, is about 44 miles away.
- Close by: Brick (5 miles), Toms River (10 miles) and Middletown (21 miles).
Dating by city / United States / New Jersey / Lakewood
Meet people in Lakewood, New Jersey
Members from Lakewood and towns within 30 miles who make their profile public will appear here.
A first date in Lakewood
In a town like Lakewood, an evening walk and a coffee are plenty for a first meeting. Pick a place you both know and tell a friend where you are going.
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 Lakewood
How far around Lakewood can I search?
Within 30 miles of Lakewood there are 71 towns and cities — Trenton, Toms River and Brick among them — with more than 1.4 million residents in all. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 5 miles to 300 miles, or “Any distance”.
Is online dating in Lakewood free on YADate?
Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Lakewood and everywhere else: profiles, search filters, likes, messages, voice messages and gifts cost nothing, and there is no premium plan. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.
Are the profiles near Lakewood real?
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. Anyone who asks for money or pushes you to move to another app straight away is worth reporting.
Can I date someone from outside Lakewood?
Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in the United States or abroad.
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.