Comparisons
Limburg vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Netherlands: Flevoland and Overijssel
Limburg in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Limburg peaked in 1991-2005. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Limburg, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Heerlen, Maastricht and Geleen. None of the most populous cities follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Heerlen rose steadily. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Maastricht peaked in 1976-1990. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Geleen peaked in 1976-1990.
Limburg in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Limburg is Geleen with an SNDi of 1.82, which is very well-connected. Conversely, the most connected city is Heerlen with an SNDi of 1.75, which is very well-connected. See trends for these cities: Heerlen, Geleen
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Limburg rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Limburg, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Heerlen, Maastricht and Geleen. Disconnectivity in the most populous cities in Limburg follow the same region trend.