Comparisons
Bakool vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Somalia: Gedo and Galguduud
Bakool in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Bakool peaked in 1991-2005. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Bakool, we can consider two of its most populous cities: Wajid and Hudur. None of the most populous cities follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Wajid was at its lowest in 1991-2005. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Hudur rose steadily.
Bakool in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Bakool is Wajid with an SNDi of 2.39, which is well-connected. Conversely, the most connected city is Hudur with an SNDi of 1.81, which is very well-connected. See trends for these cities: Hudur, Wajid
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Bakool peaked in 1991-2005. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Bakool, we can consider two of its most populous cities: Wajid and Hudur. None of the most populous cities follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Wajid fell steadily. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Hudur was at its lowest in 1976-1990.