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Melbourne Singles

Around 403,800 singles are estimated to live in Melbourne, so the hard part is rarely finding someone. It is choosing people who will actually cross the city for a second date. Melbourne rewards a clear profile, a sensible distance setting, and plans that do not feel like an interview.
403,800singles in Melbourne
What are you looking for in Melbourne?

Beyond the usual Tinder, Bumble & Hinge, why don't you try:

Eharmony Logo eharmony ★★★★★ i5 If you're looking for long-term relationships that might eventually lead to marriage, then eharmony might be the site for you. For serious dating Try eharmony for free Review ~45,000 members in Melbourne 23,900 ♀ · 21,200 ♂

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Key facts

Serious relationshipFind love
Pricing: Average
Men / women: 47% / 53%

Where demand is highest

The darker a region, the more often this provider is searched for there. 100% marks the region with the highest demand; 50% means half as many searches.

eharmony is a matchmaking site for singles who are looking for serious commitments. It provides an in-depth knowledge of your match through the required personality and character tests. If you are looking for a long-term relationship and would want to settle …

singles 50 logo Singles50 ★★★★★ i5 Singles50 is the website where singles in their prime (40+ year olds) communicate and meet up. For serious datingFor fun & flirting Try Singles50 for free Review ~37,300 members in Melbourne 15,300 ♀ · 22,000 ♂

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Serious relationshipFlirtingFind love
Pricing: High
Men / women: 59% / 41%

Singles50 is a niche matchmaking website where members are strictly managed so that only 40+ singles are registered. Their matchmaking system helps members calculate your similarities and compatibility, so if you are single and over 40 try this site out for f…

Secret Benefits Logo Secret Benefits ★★★★★ i5 Secret Benefits claims that they have millions of generous mature men and attractive women. Is this true? Let's find out! For serious datingFor casual datingFor fun & flirting Try Secret Benefits for free Review ~20,400 members in Melbourne 5,100 ♀ · 15,300 ♂

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Key facts

Serious relationshipFlirtingCasual dating
Pricing: Average
Men / women: 75% / 25%

Where demand is highest

The darker a region, the more often this provider is searched for there. 100% marks the region with the highest demand; 50% means half as many searches.

Secret Benefits gives both the Sugar Baby and the Sugar Daddy a simple and straightforward platform to find and arrange dates. Thus, if you are into sugar dating, and would like to experience this fast and no-fuss service, try the site today!

TSDates Logo TSDates ★★★★★ i5 TSDates is an online dating platform mainly for transvestites (TV), transsexuals (TS), and transgenders (TG) looking for some exciting casual affairs and sexual entertainment. For casual dating Try TSDates for free Review ~290 members in Melbourne 70 ♀ · 220 ♂

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Erotic adventuresHookupsCasual dating
Pricing: Average
Men / women: 75% / 25%

TSDates is not just a dating platform where you can find casual dates or real relationships. It's not just a good place to find sources for adult sites or a home for those who want to take their sexual experiences to new heights. Try TSDates now to experience…

adultfriendfinder-logo-resize-eng Adultfriendfinder ★★★★★ i8 AdultFriendFinder caters to an adult audience and has content to satisfy all of your sexual fantasies. For casual datingFor open relationships & swinging Try Adultfriendfinder for free Review ~222,500 members in Melbourne 51,200 ♀ · 171,300 ♂

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Key facts

Casual datingHookupsSwingersErotic adventures
Pricing: Average
Men / women: 77% / 23%

Where demand is highest

The darker a region, the more often this provider is searched for there. 100% marks the region with the highest demand; 50% means half as many searches.

AdultFriendFinder's strength is in its vast membership base all over the globe. If you are someone looking for casual fun, this site might work well for you. Check it out now.

60sDating Logo 60sDating ★★★★★ i5 60sDating is a matchmaking service for senior hopefuls seeking love and relationships. For serious dating Try 60sDating for free Review ~2,930 members in Melbourne 1,200 ♀ · 1,730 ♂

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Find loveSerious relationshipFriendship
Pricing: Average
Men / women: 59% / 41%

60sDating is a wonderful service for senior daters seeking long-term partnerships and romance since it follows safe dating guidelines and matches you with others who share your interests.

Tawkify Logo Tawkify ★★★★★ i4 Know about Tawkify's dating services in this review! For serious dating Try Tawkify for free Review ~2,230 members in Melbourne 1,000 ♀ · 1,230 ♂

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Serious relationship
Pricing: High
Men / women: 55% / 45%

Tawkify is one unique online matchmaking service provider. It does not have too many frills and the service is easy to understand. It is perfect for young singles who are always on the go and only have little time for dating. For these reasons, joining Tawkif…

logo SDC ★★★★★ i4 Is SDC the perfect swingers date club that can satisfy your most intense desires? Or is it just another money-profiteering dating platform? Check our review and find out everything you need to know about SDC! For casual datingFor open relationships & swinging Try SDC for free Review ~140 members in Melbourne 50 ♀ · 90 ♂

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Key facts

SwingersErotic adventures
Pricing: High
Men / women: 67% / 33%

Where demand is highest

The darker a region, the more often this provider is searched for there. 100% marks the region with the highest demand; 50% means half as many searches.

If you're a swinger looking for real fun and excitement, then SDC might be the home for you. It's more than that as it offers parties, events, travels, and other exhilarating features. This home for swingers actually values your privacy. Want to try out the l…

logo Ashley Madison ★★★★★ i9 Ashley Madison is a dating platform focused on discreet connections and privacy. For casual datingFor fun & flirting Try Ashley Madison for free Review ~80,300 members in Melbourne 24,100 ♀ · 56,200 ♂

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Key facts

FlirtingHookupsAffairs
Pricing: High
Men / women: 70% / 30%

Where demand is highest

The darker a region, the more often this provider is searched for there. 100% marks the region with the highest demand; 50% means half as many searches.

Ashley Madison creates a dating environment for people exploring discreet connections on their own terms. If you want to meet like-minded individuals who value privacy and personal choice, this might be the platform for you. Join Ashley Madison today to exper…

RedHotPie Logo Red Hot Pie ★★★★★ i4 Want to spice up your dating game? Check out how it works on RedHotPie and see what the site can offer! For casual datingFor open relationships & swinging Try Red Hot Pie for free Review ~217,300 members in Melbourne 54,300 ♀ · 163,000 ♂

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Key facts

Casual datingSwingersHookups
Pricing: High
Men / women: 75% / 25%

Where demand is highest

The darker a region, the more often this provider is searched for there. 100% marks the region with the highest demand; 50% means half as many searches.

RedHotPie may be a good place to try if you are looking for many types of adult fun. It has plenty of features that are rarely offered on other dating sites (e.g., date finder, webcam sites). Sign up now, it might help you find your date in an instant!

logo OnlyFans ★★★★★ i1 Keep up with your favorite social media stars on OnlyFans! Read more about it here. Try OnlyFans for free Review ~212,100 members in Melbourne 53,000 ♀ · 159,100 ♂

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Key facts

Friendship
Pricing: Average
Men / women: 75% / 25%

Where demand is highest

The darker a region, the more often this provider is searched for there. 100% marks the region with the highest demand; 50% means half as many searches.

OnlyFans is a great platform, and members can have fun using the site. It lets you have sexy experiences that are similar to adult dating sites, and perhaps even more with the unique way of how it works. Have fun and get to know your favorite influencer by si…

passion logo Passion.com ★★★★★ i2 Passion.com promises hot dates and steamy encounters for sensual singles all over the world with its interactive and fun features. For casual dating Try Passion.com for free Review ~214,700 members in Melbourne 53,700 ♀ · 161,000 ♂

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Key facts

Casual datingHookups
Pricing: High
Men / women: 75% / 25%

Where demand is highest

The darker a region, the more often this provider is searched for there. 100% marks the region with the highest demand; 50% means half as many searches.

Passion.com is an interesting adult site with the plethora of features it offers to its users to make sure that their Passion experience is unlike any other. Granted, there is limited usability for free accounts. However, to apply the glass half-empty or half…

Academic Singles Logo Academic Singles ★★★★★ i2 Find educated Australian singles just like you on Academic Singles. For serious datingBest for highly educated singles Try Academic Singles for free Review ~138,000 members in Melbourne 62,100 ♀ · 75,900 ♂

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Serious relationshipFind love
Pricing: High
Men / women: 55% / 45%

Academic Singles is not just a niche dating site for the educated and intellectuals. It is also a matchmaking service that will find you your match based on your personality, not just physical characteristics. Check it out and sign up for free!

Victoria Milan Logo Victoria Milan ★★★★★ i6 Is Victoria Milan dating a match for your desire or a pit for your card? Let’s find out. For casual dating Try Victoria Milan for free Review ~76,100 members in Melbourne 30,400 ♀ · 45,700 ♂

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Casual datingAffairsHookups
Pricing: High
Men / women: 60% / 40%

Where demand is highest

The darker a region, the more often this provider is searched for there. 100% marks the region with the highest demand; 50% means half as many searches.

If you are a married or an attached individual seeking to spice up his or her sexual game by engaging in an affair, then Victoria Milan might be the safest site to sign up to.

Logo AdultMatchMaker ★★★★★ i6 Adult Match Maker is an adult casual dating site for singles and couples up for steamy and adventurous nights. For casual datingFor open relationships & swinging Try AdultMatchMaker for free Review ~219,900 members in Melbourne 66,000 ♀ · 153,900 ♂

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Casual datingHookupsSwingers
Pricing: High
Men / women: 70% / 30%

Where demand is highest

The darker a region, the more often this provider is searched for there. 100% marks the region with the highest demand; 50% means half as many searches.

Adult Match Maker, Australia's leading casual dating site, boasts a large and diverse member base looking for casual encounters. It offers easy-to-use features and ensures discreet fun with strong identity protection.

Milf Area Logo Milf Area ★★★★★ i4 Is Milf Area the website to satisfy your guilty pleasures and sinful desires? Or is it just another money-profiteering platform? Check our review and find out if it's worth the time or not! For casual dating Try Milf Area for free Review ~22,300 members in Melbourne 13,400 ♀ · 8,920 ♂

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Casual datingHookups
Pricing: Average
Men / women: 40% / 60%

If you're a lad looking for some really good time or real life dates with hot and sexy MILFs, then Milf Area might be a good dating platform for you. It seems to offer a great deal to young men and older women seeking the company of each other, particularly i…

Where is interest in online dating strongest?

Victoria: 55%

Dating in Melbourne takes a little planning

With a population of about 3.7 million, Melbourne gives you plenty of choice. The catch is distance. Someone in Southbank may be close on a map but still awkward to reach after work, while a match in Richmond or South Yarra can be much easier for a quick drink or walk.

Start with a radius you can live with. The inner north has a different rhythm from the bayside suburbs, and commuters often have less spare time than their profiles suggest. Say what sort of date you actually enjoy. That filters out a surprising amount of noise.

Where people meet across the city

Carlton, Fitzroy North and North Melbourne suit low pressure first dates built around a walk or a coffee. Port Melbourne and St Kilda work better when you want open space and a little less eye contact. If you live near Prahran, keep your search focused nearby before widening it to the rest of Melbourne.

Online dating makes sense here because the city spreads out quickly. 403,800 singles means you can afford to be selective, but do not match with half the city and call it a plan.

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Three dating sites worth a look

Pick one service first. A polished profile on one site beats three half finished profiles scattered across the internet.

Keep the first meeting simple

Meet in a public place and tell a friend where you are going. For a first date in Melbourne, an hour is plenty. If it clicks, you can always keep walking.

Top 7 First-Date Ideas in Melbourne

  1. Federation Square: Easy to find, central, and busy enough that a short first meeting never feels trapped.
  2. Yarra River: Walk beside the water and let the conversation decide how long the date lasts.
  3. Royal Botanic Gardens: A calm choice when you want room to talk without sitting across a tiny table.
  4. Queen Victoria Market: Browse stalls together and use the food as a natural conversation starter.
  5. Carlton Gardens: Good for an unhurried walk near the city centre.
  6. National Gallery of Victoria: Art gives you something to react to when the opening small talk runs out.
  7. St Kilda Beach: Best in daylight, with enough space to end the date naturally if the chemistry is missing.
Singles in Melbourne: view of the city
Singles in Melbourne: view of the city
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FAQ

How many singles live in Melbourne?
The current estimate is around 403,800 singles in Melbourne. Treat that as a guide, not a census figure.
Where do singles meet in Melbourne?
Singles often choose central places such as Federation Square, the Yarra River and the Royal Botanic Gardens because they are easy to reach and work for short first dates.
Is online dating useful in Melbourne?
Yes, especially if you set a realistic distance. Melbourne is spread out, so a smaller search area can make meeting in person much easier.
What makes a good first date in Melbourne?
Choose a public place with an easy exit, such as a market, gallery or riverside walk. Keep the first meeting short enough that a second date still feels possible.
Singles in Melbourne: view of the city
Singles in Melbourne: view of the city
Founder of DatingScout and Author of the book "Online Dating for Dummies"
Chris founded DatingScout 17 years ago, and today he is one of the leading Online Dating Experts. He is the author of the book "Online Dating for Dummies" and the author of the Internet's largest online dating study analyzing 20 Million Profile Pictures with artificial intelligence. Chris Pleines holds a master degree in media science and appeared in numerous television interviews and publications to give expert advice as well as tips about online dating.

How we calculate these numbers

To estimate roughly how many singles you will find on each portal, we run an elaborate calculation that combines several assumptions. Values from statistics, population figures, the portal's own member numbers and different mathematical distribution methods all feed into this calculation. Please note: our calculated numbers can deviate from the actual regional member counts; that cannot be ruled out. We have optimized the calculation as far as possible so that it produces useful reference values. Deviations can still happen, and we ask for your understanding.