Knowle is an electoral ward in the south of Bristol, England, situated a short distance from the city centre and largely residential in character. The area is characterised by a mixture of Victorian terraces and later 20th-century housing, with small local shopping parades and reasonably good public transport links into central Bristol.
There is a noticeable community spirit, with active residents’ groups, independent shops and pubs and occasional neighbourhood events; historically the ward expanded during Bristol’s 19th-century growth and today combines long‑standing residents with younger families and commuters. Local concerns tend to focus on housing, traffic and preserving local amenities, while proximity to nearby suburbs and green spaces gives the ward a balance of urban convenience and quieter streets.