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74 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Bishopston · updated daily · Bristol City Council

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Planning in Bishopston

Approved
86%
176 of 201 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Bishopston

Postcode districts

BS6 424 applications in the last 12 monthsBS7 218 applications in the last 12 monthsBS9 468 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 Bishopston

Bishopston is a vibrant suburb in Bristol, situated in the south-west of England. It is primarily centered around Gloucester Road (A38), the city's key northern arterial route, and Bishop Road, making it a significant area for planning applications due to its accessibility and local amenities. The settlement has a population of approximately 13,871. It sits within the City of Bristol district.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bishopston 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 Bishopston, 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, 325 planning applications were submitted near Bishopston. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (72), tree works (72), outline applications (36).

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 Bishopston?
In the last 24 months, 325 planning applications were submitted near Bishopston. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bishopston?
The average planning decision time near Bishopston is 42 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 Bishopston?
The planning approval rate near Bishopston is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bishopston?
The most common type of planning application near Bishopston is full planning applications, with 72 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bishopston?
You can search and track planning applications near Bishopston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.