Comparisons
Najran vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Saudi Arabia: Ha'il and Jizan
Najran in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Najran peaked in 1991-2005. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Najran, we can consider two of its most populous cities: Najran and Sharurah. Out of the two cities, Sharurah does not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Sharurah was at its lowest in 1976-1990.
Najran in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Najran is Najran with an SNDi of 3.37, which is relatively sprawly. Conversely, the most connected city is Sharurah with an SNDi of 2.26, which is well-connected. See trends for these cities: Sharurah, Najran
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Najran rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Najran, we can consider two of its most populous cities: Najran and Sharurah. Out of the two cities, Sharurah does not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Sharurah was at its lowest in 1976-1990.