Comparisons
Blida vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Algeria: Constantine and Djelfa
Blida in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Blida peaked in 1991-2005. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Blida, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Blida, Larbaa and Meftah. None of the most populous cities follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Blida rose steadily. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Larbaa followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Meftah rose steadily.
Blida in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Blida is Meftah with an SNDi of 5.33, which is very sprawly. Conversely, the most connected city is Blida with an SNDi of 3.81, which is relatively sprawly. See trends for these cities: Blida, Meftah
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Blida rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Blida, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Blida, Larbaa and Meftah. Disconnectivity in the most populous cities in Blida follow the same region trend.