Henleaze, Bristol Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Henleaze, Bristol.
Bristol · England · settlement
About Henleaze
Henleaze is a predominantly residential suburb located in the northern part of Bristol, South West England, characterized by interwar developments and Edwardian streets to the south. Bordered by Westbury on Trym, Horfield, Bishopston, and Redland, Henleaze offers a mix of historic charm and modern living, making it a key area for potential planning applications.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Bristol, City of
- Parliamentary constituency: Bristol Central
- LSOA: Bristol 017E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Henleaze.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Henleaze.
- 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 Henleaze based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
32 planning applications found near Henleaze.
- - 30 St Margarets Drive Bristol BS9 4LW
Side roof extension with additional dormers to side, front and rear.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - 50 Hill View Henleaze Bristol BS9 4PX
Single storey rear extension to replace existing.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 161 Kellaway Avenue Bristol BS6 7YJ
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed use - Single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 16 Highfield Grove Bristol BS7 8QH
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed use or development - Hip to gable loft conversion with flat roof rear dormer
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-03-27
View full details - - 9 Phoenix Grove Bristol BS6 7XX
Loft conversion with flat roof rear dormer.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-02-27
View full details - - 45 Kellaway Avenue Bristol BS6 7XS
Proposed additional storey. Erection of two-storey side extension and a part single, part two-storey rear extension. Widening of existing vehicular access on to a classified road.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - 9 Oakwood Avenue Bristol BS9 4NS
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-02-13
View full details - - 9 Kings Drive Bristol BS7 8JW
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for an Existing Use or Operation or Activity - Loft Conversion.
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - 10 West Broadway Bristol BS9 4TB
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - 8 St Margarets Drive Bristol BS9 4LW
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed Use or Development: first floor roof extensions, rear ground floor extensions and garage conversion.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - 4 Hill Burn Bristol BS9 4RH
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed use or development- Conversion of existing garage into guest accommodation, including: blocking off the existing garage door and creatin
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-02-02
View full details - - 133 Longmead Avenue Bristol BS7 8QG
Erection of single storey rear extension including demolition of existing lean-to.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-01-16
View full details - - 59 Oakwood Road Bristol BS9 4NT
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 2 of permission 25/14513/H Demolition of external rear walls, to allow new single-storey rear side-return extension, and improvements to rear
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-01-15
View full details - - 6 Highfield Grove Bristol BS7 8QH
Single-storey rear extension with alterations to the adjoining party wall.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - 46 Hill View Henleaze Bristol BS9 4PX
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed Use or Development - Side extension and dormer window. New enlarged parking area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - Henleaze Infant School Park Grove Bristol BS9 4LG
T25 - European Lime - Reduce crown by 3m removing branches 0.1m diameter. (TPO 442)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-01-09
View full details - - 41 The Crescent Henleaze Bristol BS9 4RP
Extension of first floor over existing single side garage: Removal of existing side dormer and hipped-roof section. Strengthening of garage walls. Construction of new walls and partitions to increase
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - 59 Hill View Henleaze Bristol BS9 4QF
Single storey rear extension and demolition of garage.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - 12 Twickenham Road Bristol BS6 7YB
Demolition of rear extension, conservatory, and garage, and construction of a single-storey rear extension and outbuilding.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - 13 Russell Grove Bristol BS6 7UD
Single storey rear extension to replace existing, and external insulation on the side elevation of the existing property
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2025-11-28
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A brief summary of Henleaze in Bristol
Henleaze is a predominantly residential suburb located in the northern part of Bristol, South West England, characterized by interwar developments and Edwardian streets to the south. Bordered by Westbury on Trym, Horfield, Bishopston, and Redland, Henleaze offers a mix of historic charm and modern living, making it a key area for potential planning applications.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Henleaze a particularly low-crime area.
Henleaze has 6 conservation areas within its boundaries: Cotham and Redland, Gloucester Road, Ashley Down, The Downs, Westbury on Trym, Whiteladies Road. 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 Henleaze includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Henleaze
In the last 24 months, 118 planning applications were submitted near Henleaze. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Henleaze.
The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Henleaze were full planning applications (55), outline applications (37), discharge of conditions (9). Full planning applications account for 47% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 30 applications
- Refused: 9 applications
- Withdrawn: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 77 applications
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Golden Hill planning applications
- Redland planning applications
- Bishopston planning applications
- Horfield planning applications
- Westbury Park planning applications
- Eastfield planning applications
- Ashley Down planning applications
- Southmead planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.