Comparisons
Galguduud vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Somalia: Bakool and Gedo
Galguduud in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Galguduud followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Galguduud, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Guriel, Ceel Dheer and Adado. None of the most populous cities follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Guriel followed a zig-zag trend. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Ceel Dheer followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Adado followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase.
Galguduud in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Galguduud is Guriel with an SNDi of 3.94, which is relatively sprawly. Conversely, the most connected city is Adado with an SNDi of 1.18, which is very well-connected. See trends for these cities: Adado, Guriel
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Galguduud was at its lowest in 1976-1990. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Galguduud, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Guriel, Ceel Dheer and Adado. Out of the three cities, Guriel and Ceel Dheer do not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Guriel followed a zig-zag trend. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Ceel Dheer fell steadily.