Comparisons
Gelderland vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Netherlands: Overijssel and Utrecht
Gelderland in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Gelderland peaked in 1991-2005. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Gelderland, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Arnhem, Nijmegen and Apeldoorn. None of the most populous cities follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Arnhem rose steadily. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Nijmegen followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Apeldoorn rose steadily.
Gelderland in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Gelderland is Arnhem with an SNDi of 2.09, which is well-connected. Conversely, the most connected city is Apeldoorn with an SNDi of 1.75, which is very well-connected. See trends for these cities: Apeldoorn, Arnhem
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Gelderland rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Gelderland, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Arnhem, Nijmegen and Apeldoorn. Disconnectivity in the most populous cities in Gelderland follow the same region trend.