Comparisons
Samar vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Philippines: Camarines Norte and Zamboanga del Norte
Samar in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Samar peaked in 1976-1990. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Samar, we can consider two of its most populous cities: Calbayog and Catbalogan. None of the most populous cities follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Calbayog peaked in 1991-2005. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Catbalogan peaked in 1991-2005.
Samar in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Samar is Calbayog with an SNDi of 3.71, which is relatively sprawly. Conversely, the most connected city is Catbalogan with an SNDi of 3.66, which is relatively sprawly. See trends for these cities: Catbalogan, Calbayog
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Samar peaked in 1991-2005. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Samar, we can consider two of its most populous cities: Calbayog and Catbalogan. None of the most populous cities follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Calbayog rose steadily. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Catbalogan rose steadily.