Knowle, Bristol Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Knowle, Bristol.
Bristol · England · settlement
Planning applications in Knowle are administered by Bristol City Council. View the full Bristol City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Knowle
Knowle is a vibrant district and council ward located in south-east Bristol, approximately 2 miles from the city centre. Nestled along the broad ridge of the Wells Road, it is flanked by Filwood Park, Brislington, Whitchurch, Hengrove, and Totterdown. The name Knowle, recorded as Canole in the Domesday Book of 1086, originates from the Old English term for 'hill,' highlighting the area's distinctive topography that descends towards the River Avon. This rich history and strategic location make Knowle an area of interest for planning applications and community development.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Bristol, City of
- Parliamentary constituency: Bristol East
- LSOA: Bristol 043D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Knowle.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Knowle.
- 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 Knowle based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
36 planning applications found near Knowle.
- 26/12631/A - Knowle Hotel Leighton Road Knowle Bristol BS4 2LL
Erection of illuminated and non-illuminated signs to the exterior of the building. Sign a - one x set of individual housename letters with new trough light. Sign b - one x new pictorial fixed to the e
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-22 - 26/12395/H - 13 Crossways Road Bristol BS4 2SQ
Front porch and two storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-08 - 26/12388/F - 2A St Martins Road Bristol BS4 2NG
Demolition of existing garage and conservatory and construction of new 2-bedroom dwelling with associated works
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-05 - - 286 - 292 Wells Road Knowle Bristol BS4 2PU
Application for variation or removal of Condition No. 2 (Plans) following grant of planning permission 25/13864/PINS (S62A/2025/0120) - Full planning application for the conversion of upper floors of
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 286 - 292 Wells Road Knowle Bristol BS4 2PU
Application for approval of details reserved by condition no. 6 (Contamination) of permission 25/13864/PINS (PINS REF: S62A/2025/0120) - Full planning application for the conversion of upper floors of
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - 1 Ryde Road Bristol BS4 2ES
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed Use or Development - Proposed Dormer construction to facilitate Loft Conversion.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - 13 Crossways Road Bristol BS4 2SQ
Front porch and two storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - 55 Harrowdene Road Bristol BS4 2JJ
Erection of an L-shaped rear dormer loft conversion over the main roof and rear outrigger to create additional habitable accommodation, including a flat roof with rooflight, rear-facing windows, and a
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-03-27
View full details - - 75 Queensdale Crescent Bristol BS4 2TR
Notification of Prior Approval for the erection of a single storey rear extension that would exceed beyond the rear wall of the original house by 3.3 metres, have a maximum height of 3.7 metres, and h
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - 92 Kingshill Road Bristol BS4 2SN
Part single part double storey extension, with roof extensions, and conversion of existing dwelling to provide 2 No. residential apartments, with associated works to provide bin and bike storage, sepa
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - 10 Spring Gardens Bristol BS4 2TZ
Removing existing front storm porch and replacing with a larger front storm porch.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - 1 Teignmouth Road Bristol BS4 1BG
Erection of two, two bedroom semi-detached dwellings and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-01-20
View full details - - 62 Harrowdene Road Bristol BS4 2JJ
Change of use from C3 dwellinghouse to C4 House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) for up to 5 occupants.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-01-20
View full details - - 14 Leighton Road Knowle Bristol BS4 2LL
Single storey rear extension and loft conversion.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-01-15
View full details - - 2A St Martins Road Bristol BS4 2NG
Demolition of existing garage and conservatory and construction of new 2-bedroom dwelling with associated works.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - - Knowle Cricket Club Broad Walk Bristol BS4 2RD
Installation of nets and 5 supporting poles immediately adjacent to the existing eastern boundary fence.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2025-12-22
View full details - - 5 The Square Knowle Bristol BS4 2SS
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - 286A Wells Road Knowle Bristol BS4 2PU
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for an Existing Use as 4 self-contained studio flats (Use Class C3).
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Bristol | Date: 2025-10-28
View full details - - 10 Greenleaze Bristol BS4 2TJ
Creation of 1no. dwelling to the rear of 10 and 12 Greenleaze.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2025-10-28
View full details - - 52 Broadfield Road Bristol BS4 2UL
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 1, 2 and 3 of permission 22/04059/F Sub division of existing dwelling to form 1no 3 bedroom dwelling and 1no 1 bedroom dwelling. Retrospective
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Bristol | Date: 2025-10-21
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A brief summary of Knowle in Bristol
Knowle is a vibrant district and council ward located in south-east Bristol, approximately 2 miles from the city centre. Nestled along the broad ridge of the Wells Road, it is flanked by Filwood Park, Brislington, Whitchurch, Hengrove, and Totterdown. The name Knowle, recorded as Canole in the Domesday Book of 1086, originates from the Old English term for 'hill,' highlighting the area's distinctive topography that descends towards the River Avon. This rich history and strategic location make Knowle an area of interest for planning applications and community development.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Knowle a particularly low-crime area.
Knowle has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bedminster, Arnos Vale. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Knowle 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 Knowle
In the last 24 months, 85 planning applications were submitted near Knowle. Of these, 65% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 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 Knowle.
At 61 days on average, decisions near Knowle slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Knowle were full planning applications (36), outline applications (17), discharge of conditions (8). Full planning applications account for 42% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application, 72 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 15 applications
- Refused: 6 applications
- Withdrawn: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 62 applications
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Lower Knowle planning applications
- Arno's Vale planning applications
- Windmill Hill planning applications
- Filwood Park planning applications
- Brislington planning applications
- Barton Hill planning applications
- Hengrove planning applications
- Broom Hill 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.