Comparisons
Al Madinah vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Saudi Arabia: 'Asir and Tabuk
Al Madinah in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Al Madinah followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Al Madinah, we can consider two of its most populous cities: Medina and Yanbu`. None of the most populous cities follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Medina rose steadily. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Yanbu` was at its lowest in 1976-1990.
Al Madinah in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Al Madinah is Medina with an SNDi of 3.39, which is relatively sprawly. Conversely, the most connected city is Yanbu` with an SNDi of 2.42, which is well-connected. See trends for these cities: Yanbu`, Medina
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Al Madinah rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Al Madinah, we can consider two of its most populous cities: Medina and Yanbu`. Out of the two cities, Yanbu` does not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Yanbu` was at its lowest in 1991-2005.