Demolition planning approval in Bristol
Based on decisions in the last 5 years, as of 26 Jun 2026.
Of 156 demolition planning applications decided by Bristol in the last 5 years, 88% were approved. This is the council's track record for this kind of work. It is a useful gauge before you apply, not a guarantee for any one application.
Other work in Bristol
- Extension : 85% approved (289 decided)
- Rear extension : 87% approved (178 decided)
- Tree work : 98% approved (155 decided)
- Loft conversion : 82% approved (125 decided)
- Change of use : 81% approved (86 decided)
- Side extension : 83% approved (60 decided)
- Roof / fenestration : 90% approved (52 decided)
Method
Approval rate = approved ÷ (approved + refused) over the public planning decisions we hold for Bristol, matched to a type of work from the application description. We lead with the last few years so the figure reflects how Bristol decides today, with the longer record as context. A rate is only shown once there are enough decided applications for it to be reliable. We publish aggregate figures only, never an individual application or applicant name. Read the full method and limits.