Our Data Sources
Flat 47, Defoe House has 41 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in March 2015 and a single entry in the EPC database dated March 2021.
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
In very good condition, we estimate Flat 47, Defoe House would be worth £787,584, with a potential rental value of £3,353 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £697,574, with a rental value of £2,970 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Energy Efficiency
Flat 47, Defoe House has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of E. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 21 Mar 2021.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has partial double glazing. It is heated using Electric underfloor heating.
Sold Prices
Flat 47, Defoe House last changed hands on 30th March 2015, selling for £887,500. The transaction was logged as a leasehold flat by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold 4 times since 1995.
The market for similar properties has dropped by 11.2% since March 2015.
- Sold Mar 2015£887,500
- Sold Jun 2001£285,500
- Sold Mar 2001£245,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 3 sales of comparable properties within 220 metres of Flat 47, Defoe House across the last 2 years.
Most recently, Flat 43, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8DN, a leasehold flat, sold at £650,000 on the 17th February 2026.
Read more about house prices in EC2.
- Sold Feb 2026£650,000 | 2 Bed FlatFlat 43, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8DNFlat 43, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8DN
- Sold Nov 2024£762,500 | 2 Bed FlatFlat 71, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8DNFlat 71, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8DN
- Sold Jul 2022£730,000 | 2 Bed FlatFlat 149, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8NDFlat 149, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8ND
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks Flat 47, Defoe House as the 1403rd largest and the 1226th most expensive of the 1944 addresses on Barbican, London, EC2.
Against the EC2 postcode district average, it is £156k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- 200mPrior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre
- 400mCity of London Primary Academy, Islington
- 700mSt Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School
- 900mCentral Foundation Boys' School
- 1.7kmLondon Nautical, City of London Academy
- 1.8kmCity of London Academy Islington
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Public Transport Nearby
- 200mBarbican
- 400mMoorgate
- 600mSt Paul's
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a very low risk of flooding.
