Comparisons
Ancash vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Peru: Cusco and Ica
Ancash in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Ancash rose steadily. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Ancash, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Chimbote, Nuevo Chimbote and Huaraz. None of the most populous cities follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Chimbote peaked in 1991-2005. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Nuevo Chimbote peaked in 1991-2005. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Huaraz followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase.
Ancash in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Ancash is Huaraz with an SNDi of 2.52, which is relatively well-connected. Conversely, the most connected city is Chimbote with an SNDi of 1.39, which is very well-connected. See trends for these cities: Chimbote, Huaraz
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Ancash rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Ancash, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Chimbote, Nuevo Chimbote and Huaraz. Disconnectivity in the most populous cities in Ancash follow the same region trend.