Comparisons
Orel vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Russia: Kaluga and Tver'
Orel in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Orel peaked in 1991-2005. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Orel, we can consider two of its most populous cities: Oryol and Livny. None of the most populous cities follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Oryol rose steadily. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Livny rose steadily.
Orel in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Orel is Livny with an SNDi of 4.33, which is sprawly. Conversely, the most connected city is Oryol with an SNDi of 1.74, which is very well-connected. See trends for these cities: Oryol, Livny
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Orel rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Orel, we can consider two of its most populous cities: Oryol and Livny. Disconnectivity in the most populous cities in Orel follow the same region trend.