Comparisons
Kwale vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Kenya: Migori and Turkana
Kwale in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Kwale was at its lowest in 1976-1990. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Kwale, we can consider one of its most populous cities: Ukunda. None of the most populous cities follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Ukunda peaked in 1991-2005.
Kwale in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Kwale is Ukunda with an SNDi of 4.57, which is sprawly. Conversely, the most connected city is Ukunda with an SNDi of 4.57, which is sprawly. See trends for these cities: Ukunda, Ukunda
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Kwale was at its lowest in 1976-1990. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Kwale, we can consider one of its most populous cities: Ukunda. None of the most populous cities follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Ukunda rose steadily.