Clifton, Bristol Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Clifton, Bristol.
Bristol · England · settlement
Planning applications in Clifton are administered by Bristol City Council. View the full Bristol City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Clifton
Clifton is an inner suburb of Bristol, England, known for its vibrant community and historic architecture. It comprises the electoral ward of Clifton, which also encompasses the areas of Cliftonwood and Hotwells, while the eastern section falls within the Clifton Down ward. This diverse area is significant for planning applications, reflecting both residential and commercial development opportunities.
Population: 21,818
District: City of Bristol
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Area Information
- Admin district: North Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: North Somerset
- LSOA: North Somerset 004A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Clifton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Clifton.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Clifton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
65 planning applications found near Clifton.
- 26/12134/LB - 22 Sion Hill Clifton Bristol BS8 4AZ
Repair, replacement, and upgrade works to the existing listed building. Works include roof repairs and thermal upgrades and new rooflights on inner roof slopes, the removal of cement render and replac
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-05-19 - 26/11961/VC - 8 Worcester Crescent Bristol BS8 3JA
T1 - Lawson Cypress - Reduce height by up to 4m.
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-05-08 - 26/11962/COND - Christchurch Studios 38 Portland Street Clifton Bristol BS8 4JB
Application for Approval of Details Reserved by condition no's 7 (Renewable energy (pv panels )) & 13 (Information to future occupiers (agent of change principle)) of Permission 26/10212/X Application
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-05-08 - - Merchants Hall Clifton Down Bristol BS8 3NH
T2 - Magnolia - Crown reduce sothern and western side by 1.5m.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - - Christchurch Studios 38 Portland Street Clifton Bristol BS8 4JB
Application for Approval of Details Reserved by condition no's 7 (Renewable energy (pv panels )) & 13 (Information to future occupiers (agent of change principle)) of Permission 26/10212/X Application
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - - Ground Floor Flat Hardelot Clifton Down Bristol BS8 3HU
T1 - Japanese Spotted Laurel - Reduce crown by approx 0.5-1m.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-05-06
View full details - - 30 The Mall Bristol BS8 4DS
Non illuminated fascia signs
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - Somerset House 18 Canynge Road Bristol BS8 3JX
Application for approvalof details reserved by condition 15 and 18 of permission 24/03683/F Erection of an extension at second floor level to provide five residential units (Use Class C3), plus associ
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-03-18
View full details - - The Church House Clifton Down Bristol BS8 4AN
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 2 of permission 25/15142/F Proposal for a new boiler, including replacement of one existing brick vent with a new flue, and infilling of one e
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - 18 College Road Clifton Bristol BS8 3HZ
T1 - Oak - Remaining crown reduce by 3m to match due to decay in stems/historic pruning wounds/bark necrosis (see pruning profile). (TPO 607)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - Trinmore Clifton Down Bristol BS8 3HT
T1- Maple - Reduce by 1.5m, thin crown by 20% mostly by removing crossing branches etc. and crown lift by 1.5m.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - 17 Waterloo Street Clifton Bristol BS8 4BT
Single storey rear garden extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - Wellington House 23 Canynge Road Bristol BS8 3JZ
Listed Building Consent to Wellington House (Grade II Listed) for works, including the removal of recent and other twentieth-century additions, and the introduction of first-floor accommodation aimed
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-02-20
View full details - - Wellington House 23 Canynge Road Bristol BS8 3JZ
First floor extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-02-20
View full details - - First Floor Flat 36 Canynge Square Bristol BS8 3LB
Application for Retrospective Listed Building Consent for emergency like-for-like replacement of failed combi-boiler. Replacement of existing convection radiators with style column radiators. One radi
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - Former Car Park College Road Clifton Bristol BS8 3HX
Application for non-material amendment following the grant of planning permission 21/01999/F, which approved the erection of 62 dwellings with associated parking, new vehicular access, and associated
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-02-12
View full details - - 9 Sion Hill Bristol BS8 4BA
Hornbeam - Reduce by 1.5m-2m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - 23 Canynge Square Bristol BS8 3LA
Leylandii - Prune back to boundary only by removing approx 4m lateral growth from the overhang into 54 Clifton Park Road.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - Promenade House Clifton Down Bristol BS8 3NE
Erection of stretch tent.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - 42 Clifton Park Road Bristol BS8 3HN
T1 - Cypress - Fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-01-26
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A brief summary of Clifton in Bristol
Clifton is an inner suburb of Bristol, England, known for its vibrant community and historic architecture. It comprises the electoral ward of Clifton, which also encompasses the areas of Cliftonwood and Hotwells, while the eastern section falls within the Clifton Down ward. This diverse area is significant for planning applications, reflecting both residential and commercial development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 21,818. It sits within the City of Bristol district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Clifton a particularly low-crime area.
Clifton has 8 conservation areas within its boundaries: City Docks, The Downs, Clifton, Bower Ashton, Sneyd Park, Bedminster, Whiteladies Road, Leighwoods. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Clifton includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ashton Court SSSI, Quarry Steps, Durdham Down SSSI, Avon Gorge SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 3 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Avon Gorge Woodlands. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Clifton 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.
Planning Activity in Clifton
In the last 24 months, 250 planning applications were submitted near Clifton. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Clifton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Clifton were tree works (117), listed building and heritage (39), full planning applications (33). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 7 large-scale (major) developments, 227 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 103 applications
- Refused: 4 applications
- Withdrawn: 4 applications
- Awaiting decision: 138 applications
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