Speedwell, Bristol Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Speedwell, Bristol.
Bristol · England · settlement
About Speedwell
Speedwell, located in east Bristol and part of the Hillfields ward, features a blend of residential and industrial properties. This diverse landscape makes it a notable area for planning applications, accommodating both housing developments and commercial enterprises.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Bristol, City of
- Parliamentary constituency: Bristol East
- LSOA: Bristol 027A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Speedwell.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Speedwell.
- 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 Speedwell based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
54 planning applications found near Speedwell.
- - 445 Speedwell Road Bristol BS15 1ER
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 4 metres, have a maximum height of 3.8 metres and have
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - 382 Speedwell Road Bristol BS15 1ES
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed use or development- Conversion relating to Change of the Garage into ancillary Accommodation, for the enjoyment of the existing House.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - 46 Berkeley Road Speedwell Bristol BS16 3NB
Change of Use from a single dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) to a 7-bedroom House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) (Sui Generis use).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - 283 Speedwell Road Bristol BS5 7SY
ITEM A - Fascia Sign, illuminated - Mounted to south elevation of building. ITEM B - Non-Illuminated Sign - Mounted to south elevation of building. ITEM C - Digitally Printed Vinyl - Adhered to buildi
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - 3 Burchells Avenue Bristol BS15 1DN
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed use or development - Demolition of an existing lean to extension and replacement with a larger single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - - 445 Speedwell Road Bristol BS15 1ER
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 5 metres, have a maximum height of 3.9 metres, and hav
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - 16 Harewood Road Bristol BS5 7SR
Edwardian style conservatory at the rear of the dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-02-13
View full details - - Land Adjacent To Barton Hill Old Boys Rfc Duncombe Lane Bristol BS15 1ZZ
13 no. non-illuminated vinyl banners promoting the funding to be fixed to the sports fence.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - Land Adjacent To Barton Hill Old Boys Rfc Duncombe Lane Bristol BS15 1ZZ
Construction of a non filled 3G floodlit playzone, include hard standing area and sports fencing.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - 5 Ingleside Road Bristol BS15 1HJ
Dropped kerb.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - 16 Thicket Avenue Bristol BS16 4DJ
Single storey side extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-01-20
View full details - - 3 Mayfield Park South Bristol BS16 3NF
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 4.91 metres, have a maximum height of 3.3 metres, and
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-01-02
View full details - - 19 Russell Road Speedwell Bristol BS16 3PJ
Replace existing rear conservatory.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2025-11-19
View full details - - Central Tyres Speedwell Road Bristol BS5 7SY
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 4 and 5 of permission 24/04129/X Application for variation of Condition No. 19 (Hours Monday - Sunday) following grant of planning permission
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Bristol | Date: 2025-10-31
View full details - - 52 Meadow Vale Bristol BS5 7RF
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 5 metres, have a maximum height of 3 metres, and have
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bristol | Date: 2025-10-17
View full details - - Barton Hill RFC Clubhouse Duncombe Lane Bristol BS15 1NS
Proposed reinstatement of original car park boundary.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2025-09-22
View full details - - 18 Worcester Close Bristol BS16 3PW
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed Development - Loft conversion to the rear and roof alterations, an extension to the side garage toward the rear garden, a driveway desig
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Bristol | Date: 2025-09-16
View full details - - 168 Speedwell Road Bristol BS5 7SS
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 6 metres, have a maximum height of 2.9 metres and have
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bristol | Date: 2025-03-28
View full details - - 136 Charlton Road St George Bristol BS15 1HF
Proposed out-building to provide 2no additional HMO bedrooms to facilitate Change of use from Use Class C4 Houses in multiple occupation for up to 6 people to a Large House in Multiple Occupation for
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2025-03-26
View full details - - 14 Telford Walk Bristol BS5 7RE
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bristol | Date: 2025-02-12
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A brief summary of Speedwell in Bristol
Speedwell, located in east Bristol and part of the Hillfields ward, features a blend of residential and industrial properties. This diverse landscape makes it a notable area for planning applications, accommodating both housing developments and commercial enterprises.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Speedwell a particularly low-crime area.
Speedwell has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Avon Valley, Stapleton and Frome Valley. 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, Speedwell 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 Speedwell
In the last 24 months, 103 planning applications were submitted near Speedwell. Of these, 68% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 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 Speedwell.
The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Speedwell were full planning applications (42), discharge of conditions (26), outline applications (22). Full planning applications account for 41% 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, 2 medium-scale applications, 100 smaller schemes were submitted.
2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were 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: 17 applications
- Refused: 8 applications
- Awaiting decision: 78 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.