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Planning in Ashton Gate

Approved
88%
155 of 170 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ashton Gate in the last 24 months, from Bristol City Council's planning register.

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Around Ashton Gate

Postcode districts

BS3 225 applications in the last 12 monthsBS1 237 applications in the last 12 monthsBS8 591 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bristol City Council

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About Ashton Gate

Ashton Gate is a vibrant suburb of Bristol, situated within the Southville ward of Bristol City Council. Historically significant, it was named after a toll gate on the road to Ashton and was once home to ironworks, collieries, a tobacco factory, and a brewery, with the Bristol Beer Factory reviving brewing at the former brewery site in 2003. Today, Ashton Gate retains a mix of manufacturing industries and retail parks, making it an area of interest for those researching planning applications in Bristol.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ashton Gate area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Ashton Gate a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ashton Gate has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ashton Gate planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Ashton Gate, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 283 planning applications were submitted near Ashton Gate. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (87), outline applications (34), discharge of conditions (34). 11 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ashton Gate?
In the last 24 months, 283 planning applications were submitted near Ashton Gate. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ashton Gate?
The average planning decision time near Ashton Gate is 56 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Ashton Gate?
The planning approval rate near Ashton Gate is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ashton Gate?
The most common type of planning application near Ashton Gate is full planning applications, with 87 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ashton Gate?
You can search and track planning applications near Ashton Gate on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.