Comparisons
Galicia vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Spain: Castilla y Leon and Aragon
Galicia in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Galicia peaked in 1976-1990. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Galicia, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Vigo, A Coruña and Ourense. Out of the three cities, Ourense does not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Ourense followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase.
Galicia in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Galicia is Vigo with an SNDi of 3.7, which is relatively sprawly. Conversely, the most connected city is A Coruña with an SNDi of 2.21, which is well-connected. See trends for these cities: A Coruña, Vigo
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Galicia rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Galicia, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Vigo, A Coruña and Ourense. Out of the three cities, Vigo does not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Vigo peaked in 1991-2005.