EC2Y, central London's financial district postcode, has experienced contrasting market dynamics over the past five years. Property prices declined at a compound annual rate of 0.8%, while rental growth averaged 6.1% annually, creating a widening gap between capital appreciation and income returns. Population growth remained negligible at 0.1%, despite the area's status as Europe's premier financial hub. The trajectory score of 39.9 out of 100 places the district in the average category nationally and the fifth percentile, suggesting limited medium-term momentum. The early-stage gentrification classification indicates structural changes may still be developing, though recent price weakness alongside strong rental performance reflects shifting investor priorities toward yield over capital growth in this historically volatile office-dominated location.
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- 1Property prices down 0.5% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.1% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.1% per year
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What's changing in Moorgate · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.8 points this month to 41/100, driven mainly by safety.
18 planning applications submitted in EC2Y over the last six months.
- Submission of details of (i) design and layout drawings for the proposed SuDS components (ii) measures to be taken to prevent flooding (iii) Evidence that Thames Water has been consulted regarding the proposed surface water pursuant to condition 3 of Planning Permission 24/00176/FULL dated 08.12.2025.Jun 2026 · Under Consideration
- Refurbishment works to the ground floor lobby/reception area and lift lobby at Shakespeare Tower, including alterations, redecoration, new lighting and other associated works.Jun 2026 · Under Consideration
- Submission of Scheme of Protective Works pursuant to discharge of condition 3(b) of 24/00209/FULMAJ dated 14.10.2025.Jun 2026 · Under Consideration
Moorgate (EC2Y) common questions
Is Moorgate up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Moorgate (EC2Y) as Early. Its trajectory score is 41/100 (Average), in the top 93% of districts nationally. The score is up 2.1 points over the last 12 months.
Is Moorgate safe?
Moorgate has a safety score of 31/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Moorgate?
The average property price in Moorgate (EC2Y) is £1.23m as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have fallen at 0.5% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Moorgate?
The median monthly rent in Moorgate (EC2Y) is £2,714 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Moorgate?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Clerkenwell (EC1Y), Moorgate (EC2V), Moorgate (EC2R), Clerkenwell (EC1M), Clerkenwell (EC1A). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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