Comparisons
Zurich vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Switzerland: Geneve and Vaud
Zürich in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Zürich followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Zürich, we can consider two of its most populous cities: Zurich and Winterthur. None of the most populous cities follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Zurich peaked in 1976-1990. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Winterthur peaked in 1991-2005.
Zürich in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Zürich is Zurich with an SNDi of 2.0, which is well-connected. Conversely, the most connected city is Winterthur with an SNDi of 1.5, which is very well-connected. See trends for these cities: Winterthur, Zurich
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Zürich rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Zürich, we can consider two of its most populous cities: Zurich and Winterthur. Disconnectivity in the most populous cities in Zürich follow the same region trend.