Our Data Sources
Flat 51, Defoe House has 2 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in April 2022 and a single entry in the EPC database dated May 2016.
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 51, Defoe House would be worth £939,696, with a potential rental value of £3,973 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £832,302, with a rental value of £3,519 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Energy Efficiency
Flat 51, Defoe House has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of C. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 17 May 2016.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has partial double glazing. It is heated using Electric underfloor heating.
Sold Prices
Flat 51, Defoe House last changed hands on 29th April 2022, selling for £925,000. The transaction was logged as a leasehold flat by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold twice since 1995.
The market for similar properties has dropped by 6.5% since April 2022.
- Sold Apr 2022£925,000
- Sold Oct 2016£950,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 3 sales of comparable properties within 220 metres of Flat 51, Defoe House across the last 2 years.
Most recently, Flat 123, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8ND, a leasehold flat, sold at £965,000 on the 4th August 2025.
Read more about house prices in EC2.
- Sold Aug 2025£965,000 | 2 Bed FlatFlat 123, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8NDFlat 123, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8ND
- Sold Jul 2025£955,000 | 2 Bed FlatFlat 83, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8DNFlat 83, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8DN
- Sold Jun 2025£925,000 | 2 Bed FlatFlat 18, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8DNFlat 18, Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8DN
•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 51, Defoe House as the 768th largest and the 571st most expensive of the 1944 addresses on Barbican, London, EC2.
Against the EC2 postcode district average, it is £11k 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.
