Comparisons
Dihok vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Iraq: As-Sulaymaniyah and Babil
Dihok in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Dihok peaked in 1976-1990. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Dihok, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Duhok, Zakho and Domeez. Out of the three cities, Zakho does not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Zakho followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase.
Dihok in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Dihok is Khanich with an SNDi of 3.0, which is moderately connected. Conversely, the most connected city is Zakho with an SNDi of 2.54, which is relatively well-connected. See trends for these cities: Zakho, Khanich
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Dihok peaked in 1991-2005. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Dihok, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Duhok, Zakho and Domeez. Out of the three cities, Duhok and Zakho do not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Duhok rose steadily. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Zakho rose steadily.