Comparisons
Aichi vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Japan: Fukuoka and Hokkaido
Aichi in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Aichi followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Aichi, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Nagoya, Toyohashi and Gamagori. Out of the three cities, Nagoya and Toyohashi do not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Nagoya rose steadily. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Toyohashi peaked in 1976-1990.
Aichi in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Aichi is Nagoya with an SNDi of 1.63, which is very well-connected. Conversely, the most connected city is Gamagori with an SNDi of 1.54, which is very well-connected. See trends for these cities: Gamagori, Nagoya
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Aichi rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Aichi, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Nagoya, Toyohashi and Gamagori. Disconnectivity in the most populous cities in Aichi follow the same region trend.