Comparisons
Coquimbo vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Chile: Antofagasta and Maule
Coquimbo in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Coquimbo followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Coquimbo, we can consider three of its most populous cities: La Serena, Coquimbo and Ovalle. Out of the three cities, Ovalle does not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Ovalle was at its lowest in 1991-2005.
Coquimbo in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Coquimbo is La Serena with an SNDi of 3.07, which is moderately connected. Conversely, the most connected city is Ovalle with an SNDi of 2.48, which is relatively well-connected. See trends for these cities: Ovalle, La Serena
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Coquimbo followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Coquimbo, we can consider three of its most populous cities: La Serena, Coquimbo and Ovalle. Out of the three cities, Coquimbo and Ovalle do not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Coquimbo rose steadily. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Ovalle was at its lowest in 1991-2005.