Londoners Are Most Attracted to Partners Who Help With Household Chores
Londoners are more turned on by partners who pull their weight around the house than residents of any other UK region, according to new research. A survey commissioned by HIPPO and conducted in October 2025 asked 2,000 UK adults how attractive they found their partner when engaged in everyday household tasks. The results show London consistently recorded the highest attraction scores across nearly every category.
Painting and Decorating Tops London's Attractive Chores List
When it comes to the most attractive household chores for Londoners, painting and decorating claimed the top spot with 40.3% of respondents finding it appealing. DIY and flatpack building followed closely at 40.2%, while fixing something around the home came in third with 38.6%. Even less glamorous tasks received significant appreciation, including cleaning the car (37%), mowing the lawn (35.6%), and decluttering items no longer needed (30.6%).
Surprisingly, mundane tasks like going to the tip and taking the bins out also garnered attention, with 29.6% of Londoners finding the idea of going to the tip attractive. This suggests that effort and civic responsibility hold more appeal than traditional romantic gestures in the capital.
How London Compares to the Rest of the UK
Nationally, fixing broken items emerged as the most attractive chore, with 36.15% of respondents finding it appealing. Painting and decorating, along with flatpack furniture assembly, completed the top three, though in a slightly different order than London's rankings. The survey revealed gender differences, with women more likely to be attracted to partners fixing things, while men appreciated seeing their partners painting and decorating.
On the opposite end of the spectrum, rinsing the recycling bin was deemed the least attractive chore nationwide. Age also played a significant role, with people aged 25-34 most likely to find household chores sexy, while those 55 and over were the least likely. This indicates that breaking routine tasks can be more titillating than everyday normalcy.
What This Reveals About Modern Relationships
For HIPPO, this research confirms a shift in lifestyle habits and relationship dynamics. Gareth Lloyd-Jones, managing director of HIPPO, commented: "Getting your hands dirty tackles much more than just housework; it addresses the modern-day challenge of getting noticed and building passionate relationships. In a city where space is limited and time is precious, sharing practical responsibilities becomes a significant sign of affection, demonstrating consideration, commitment, and teamwork."
In essence, turning up the heat in London relationships might be as simple as helping around the house and clearing clutter, allowing romance to blossom through shared effort and practical cooperation.
