Hillfields, Bristol Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hillfields, Bristol.
Bristol · England · settlement
Planning applications in Hillfields are administered by Bristol City Council. View the full Bristol City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Hillfields
Hillfields is a vibrant area and ward located in the north-east of Bristol. Known for its diverse community and residential developments, it presents various opportunities for planning applications, making it a key area for potential growth and development in the city.
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Area Information
- Admin district: South Gloucestershire
- Parliamentary constituency: Filton and Bradley Stoke
- LSOA: South Gloucestershire 022D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hillfields.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hillfields.
- 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 Hillfields based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
47 planning applications found near Hillfields.
- - 74 Hayward Road Staple Hill South Gloucestershire BS16 4PA
Erection of single storey rear extension to form additional living accommodation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-07-03
View full details - - The Portcullis 130 High Street Staple Hill South Gloucestershire BS16 5HH
Discharge of conditions 2 (doors, windows, vents) and 3 (cycle shelter) attached to planning permission P25/00966/F - Part change of use of existing public house (sui generis) to facilitate the conver
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-06-29
View full details - 26/12547/H - 12 Market Square Bristol BS16 4LD
Erection of a single storey rear extension to infill the corner section omitted from the permitted development scheme authorised under prior approval reference 26/11239/HX.
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-24 - 26/12643/COND - Forecourt Motors Hillfields Avenue Bristol BS16 4JW
Application for approval of details reserved by condition nos. 2 (Highway works), 3 (CMP), 4 (Details) and 5 (Materials) of permission 24/03775/F - Full planning permission for the erection of 6no. 2-
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-23 - - 8 Kensington Road Staple Hill South Gloucestershire BS16 4LX
Installation of rear dormer to facilitate loft conversion.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-06-22
View full details - - Garages At 38 High Street Flats Staple Hill South Gloucestershire BS16 5HW
Replacement of garage roofs.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-06-08
View full details - 26/12246/H - 9 Market Square Bristol BS16 4LD
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-05-28 - - Former Staple Hill Infant School Page Road Bristol BS16 4NE
Discharge of condition 7 (Boundary Treatments) attached to planning permission P22/05589/F. Erection of 42 retirement apartments (Class C3) with communal facilities, car parking, landscaping, and othe
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-05-28
View full details - - 28 Maple Avenue Bristol BS16 4HF
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 3 (Coal Risk) of permission 24/01378/F - Two storey side extension to accommodate additional living space for a change of use from dwelling to
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - 4 Broad Street Staple Hill South Gloucestershire BS16 5NX
Change of use of first floor from store to 1no. dwelling (Class C3) Sui Generis) (as defined in the Town and Country Planning (use class order) 1987 with removal of 1no. window and installation of doo
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-04-16
View full details - - Land Adjacent To 8 Acacia Avenue Staple Hill South Gloucestershire BS16 4NN
Works to reduce height of 1 no. White Willow Tree (T1) back to previous points. Works to reduce height of 1 no. Crack Willow Tree (T2) back to previous points and reduce overhanging branches by approx
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-04-15
View full details - - 5 Frampton Crescent Bristol BS16 4JA
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - Land To The Rear Of 106 And 108 High Street Staple Hill South Gloucestershire BS16 5HH
Erection of three storey building to form 1 no. new self-build dwelling with ground floor garaging, a first-floor balcony and other associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - 112 High Street Staple Hill South Gloucestershire BS16 5HH
Change of use of part ground floor from shop to 1no. flat (Class C3), including a single storey rear extension with associated works, as defined in the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 19
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - Pavement On Broad Street Staple Hill South Gloucestershire BS16 5LN
Display of 2no. internally illuminated Digital Display Screens (resubmission of P25/00525/ADV).
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - Pavement On Broad Street Staple Hill South Gloucestershire
Proposed installation of 1no. new BT Street Hub (resubmission of P25/00532/F).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - 31 Lower Station Road Staple Hill South Gloucestershire BS16 4LU
Erection of hip to gable roof extension and installation of 1no. rear dormer, 1no. front velux, 2no. windows in new gable end, 1no rear veluxto facilitate loft conversion. Erection single storey side
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - Land At The Former Infant School Page Road Staple Hill South Gloucestershire BS16 4NE
Discharge of condition 6 attached to planning permission P22/05589/F (allowed on appeal ref APP/P0119/W/23/3318362) - Erection of 42 retirement apartments (Class C3) with communal facilities, car park
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - 14 Broad Street Staple Hill South Gloucestershire BS16 5NX
Installation of replacement shop front.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - DOC26/00072/BNG - Soundwell Playing Field Church Road Soundwell South Gloucestershire BS16 4RH
Discharge of condition 2 (BNG) attached to planning permission P24/02763/F. Erection of a single storey side extension to enlarge clubhouse and extension to the existing terrace to the rear.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-02-23
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A brief summary of Hillfields in Bristol
Hillfields is a vibrant area and ward located in the north-east of Bristol. Known for its diverse community and residential developments, it presents various opportunities for planning applications, making it a key area for potential growth and development in the city.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Hillfields a particularly low-crime area.
Hillfields has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Stapleton and Frome Valley, Whitfield Tabernacle. 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 Hillfields 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hillfields 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 Hillfields
In the last 24 months, 108 planning applications were submitted near Hillfields. Of these, 74% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 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 Hillfields.
The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Hillfields were full planning applications (34), discharge of conditions (26), outline applications (21). Full planning applications account for 31% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 3 large-scale (major) developments, 4 medium-scale applications, 90 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Soundwell planning applications
- Fishponds planning applications
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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.