Comparisons
Benguela vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Angola: Huila and Huambo
Benguela in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Benguela peaked in 1991-2005. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Benguela, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Lobito, Benguela and Cubal. Out of the three cities, Lobito does not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Lobito was at its lowest in 1991-2005.
Benguela in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Benguela is Lobito with an SNDi of 5.38, which is very sprawly. Conversely, the most connected city is Benguela with an SNDi of 2.55, which is relatively well-connected. See trends for these cities: Benguela, Lobito
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Benguela peaked in 1991-2005. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Benguela, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Lobito, Benguela and Cubal. Out of the three cities, Lobito and Benguela do not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Lobito was at its lowest in 1991-2005. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Benguela rose steadily.