Our Data Sources
Flat 156, Defoe House has 21 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in April 2010 and a single entry in the EPC database dated November 2020.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 5 out of 5 and is considered of high accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
Decorative condition can have a big effect on a property's value and this effect varies depending on the type, size and location of the property.
If Flat 156, Defoe House is in very good condition we estimate a sale value of £891,525 and a rental value of £4,007 per month.
However, if the property needs a lot of cosmetic work we estimate a sale value of £789,636 and a rental value of £3,549 per month.
Energy Efficiency
Flat 156, Defoe House has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 21 Nov 2020.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has partial double glazing. It is heated using Community scheme.
Sold Prices
According to HM Land Registry, Flat 156, Defoe House was last sold on 30th April 2010 for £550,000 and was recorded as a leasehold flat.
The property has had 2 sales since 1995.
Since April 2010, the market for similar properties has risen by 32.3%.
- Sold Apr 2010£550,000
- Sold Dec 1996£104,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
According to the Land Registry and our network of Estate Agents, there have been 296 sales of properties similar to Flat 156, Defoe House within a radius of 220 metres over the last 2 years.
The most recent example is Flat 94, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8ND, a leasehold flat which sold for £1,100,000 on the 26th March 2025.
Read more about house prices in EC2.
- Sold Mar 2025£1,100,000 | 2 Bed FlatFlat 94, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8NDFlat 94, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8ND
- Sold Dec 2024£1,100,000 | 2 Bed FlatFlat 70, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8DNFlat 70, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8DN
- Sold May 2024£865,000 | 2 Bed FlatFlat 39, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8DNFlat 39, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8DN
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Location Comparison
Barbican, London, EC2 has a total of 1944 addresses. According to our analysis of all the public data, Flat 156, Defoe House is the 1033rd largest and the 753rd most expensive property on the street.
When compared to the postcode district it is £33k less expensive than the average property in EC2.
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Schools Nearby
- Prior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre200 m away
- City of London Primary Academy, Islington400 m away
- St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School700 m away
- Central Foundation Boys' School900 m away
- London Nautical, City of London Academy1.7 km away
- City of London Academy Islington1.8 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Barbican|200 m away
- Moorgate|400 m away
- St Paul's|600 m away
Available Internet Speeds
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband is available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
According to data from the Environment Agency, the flood risk in this area is considered to be Very Low.












