Comparisons
Dhofar vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Oman: Al Batinah North and Al Buraymi
Dhofar in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Dhofar followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Dhofar, we can consider two of its most populous cities: Salalah and Dahariz park. None of the most populous cities follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Salalah peaked in 1976-1990. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Dahariz park rose steadily.
Dhofar in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Dhofar is Dahariz park with an SNDi of 2.44, which is relatively well-connected. Conversely, the most connected city is Salalah with an SNDi of 2.29, which is well-connected. See trends for these cities: Salalah, Dahariz park
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Dhofar rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Dhofar, we can consider two of its most populous cities: Salalah and Dahariz park. Out of the two cities, Salalah does not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Salalah peaked in 1991-2005.