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Planning in Lower Knowle

Approved
85%
52 of 60 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Lower Knowle

Postcode districts

BS4 212 applications in the last 12 monthsBS3 225 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 Lower Knowle

Lower Knowle is a settlement located in Bristol, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lower Knowle area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Lower Knowle 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, Lower 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Lower Knowle, 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, 98 planning applications were submitted near Lower Knowle. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (26), outline applications (23), discharge of conditions (12). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lower Knowle?
In the last 24 months, 98 planning applications were submitted near Lower Knowle. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lower Knowle?
The average planning decision time near Lower Knowle is 41 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 Lower Knowle?
The planning approval rate near Lower Knowle is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Knowle?
The most common type of planning application near Lower Knowle is full planning applications, with 26 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lower Knowle?
You can search and track planning applications near Lower Knowle on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.