Comparisons
Hilmand vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Afghanistan: Badakhshan and Sari Pul
Hilmand in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Hilmand peaked in 1976-1990. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Hilmand, we can consider two of its most populous cities: Lashkar Gah and Girishk. Out of the two cities, Girishk does not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Girishk followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase.
Hilmand in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Hilmand is Lashkar Gah with an SNDi of 2.57, which is relatively well-connected. Conversely, the most connected city is Girishk with an SNDi of 2.4, which is well-connected. See trends for these cities: Girishk, Lashkar Gah
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Hilmand peaked in 1976-1990. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Hilmand, we can consider two of its most populous cities: Lashkar Gah and Girishk. Out of the two cities, Girishk does not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Girishk followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase.