Knowle planning approval rate
Knowle ward in Bristol has a 87.6% approval rate based on 631 planning decisions. Bristol overall: 86.9%.
Last updated: June 2026
87.6%
ward approval rate
631
Decisions
553
Approved
78
Refused
86.9%
Bristol average
Knowle is broadly in line with the Bristol average, neither notably strict nor notably permissive.
How Knowle compares
Knowle ward
87.6%
Bristol overall
86.9%
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Recent decisions in Knowle
Erection of two, two bedroom semi-detached dwellings and associated works. · Thu 25 Jun 2026
Retrospective application for raised decking, fencing and balcony. · Tue 23 Jun 2026
Notification of Prior Approval for the erection of a single storey rear extensio · Wed 03 Jun 2026
Erection of an L-shaped rear dormer loft conversion over the main roof and rear · Thu 28 May 2026
Change of use of two self-contained flats into a single dwelling house. · Wed 27 May 2026
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