Comparisons
Fukuoka vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Japan: Hokkaido and Shizuoka
Fukuoka in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Fukuoka peaked in 1976-1990. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Fukuoka, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Fukuoka, Kitakyushu and Kurume. Out of the three cities, Kitakyushu and Kurume do not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Kitakyushu followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Kurume followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase.
Fukuoka in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Fukuoka is Yame with an SNDi of 3.9, which is relatively sprawly. Conversely, the most connected city is Fukuoka with an SNDi of 2.03, which is well-connected. See trends for these cities: Fukuoka, Yame
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Fukuoka rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Fukuoka, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Fukuoka, Kitakyushu and Kurume. Disconnectivity in the most populous cities in Fukuoka follow the same region trend.