Comparisons
Benghazi vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Libya: Misratah and Az Zawiyah
Benghazi in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Benghazi followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Benghazi, we can consider two of its most populous cities: Benghazi and Marj. Out of the two cities, Benghazi does not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Benghazi rose steadily.
Benghazi in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Benghazi is Benghazi with an SNDi of 2.23, which is well-connected. Conversely, the most connected city is Marj with an SNDi of 1.96, which is well-connected. See trends for these cities: Marj, Benghazi
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Benghazi rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Benghazi, we can consider two of its most populous cities: Benghazi and Marj. Disconnectivity in the most populous cities in Benghazi follow the same region trend.