Local Dating in the UK
Meet singles near you, from London to the Highlands. Compare apps with strong local communities.
Ourtime
Ourtime - The #1 dating site for over 50s. Events & activities included.
Ideal age 50+
9.8
UnmatchedUser rating: 4.9 stars out of 5
Most popular
Match
Match - UK's leading dating site since 1995. 1.6M+ active members, verified profiles. Free to join.
Ideal age 25-50
9.4
ExcellentUser rating: 4.7 stars out of 5
eHarmony
eHarmony - The UK's most trusted matchmaking algorithm. 2M+ successful couples.
Ideal age 30+
9.1
ExcellentUser rating: 4.6 stars out of 5
Shag
Shag - Casual encounters near you. Discreet, free to join, active UK members.
Ideal age 25+
8.5
DecentUser rating: 4.3 stars out of 5
FriendsWithBenefits
FriendsWithBenefits - Casual dating for adults. No strings attached.
Ideal age 20+
7.7
DecentUser rating: 3.9 stars out of 5
Meeting someone who lives nearby makes it much easier to turn a chat into a coffee. The best dating apps for local matches let you filter by distance and show you active members in your area.
Tips for finding local singles
- Set a distance that works for you. In rural areas you may want to widen it.
- Check how many members are active near you before you pay.
- Look out for local events, walks and meet-ups some apps organise.
Use our ranking to compare the best apps for singles across the UK.