Comparisons
Nei Mongol vs. the other two most closely populated regions in China: Guizhou and Tianjin
Nei Mongol in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Nei Mongol peaked in 1976-1990. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Nei Mongol, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Hohhot, Baotou and Donghe. Out of the three cities, Baotou does not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Baotou followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase.
Nei Mongol in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Nei Mongol is Horinger with an SNDi of 4.18, which is sprawly. Conversely, the most connected city is Wuhai with an SNDi of 1.85, which is very well-connected. See trends for these cities: Wuhai, Horinger
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Nei Mongol peaked in 1991-2005. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Nei Mongol, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Hohhot, Baotou and Donghe. Out of the three cities, Baotou does not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Baotou rose steadily.