Comparisons
Anambra vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Nigeria: Imo and Kano
Anambra in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Anambra followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Anambra, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Onitsha, Awka and Enugu Umunze. Out of the three cities, Onitsha and Enugu Umunze do not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Onitsha peaked in 1976-1990. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Enugu Umunze rose steadily.
Anambra in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Anambra is Onitsha with an SNDi of 4.05, which is sprawly. Conversely, the most connected city is Enugu Umunze with an SNDi of 3.4, which is relatively sprawly. See trends for these cities: Enugu Umunze, Onitsha
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Anambra rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Anambra, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Onitsha, Awka and Enugu Umunze. Disconnectivity in the most populous cities in Anambra follow the same region trend.