Comparisons
Hamah vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Syria: Dayr Az Zawr and Al Hasakah
Hamah in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Hamah followed a zig-zag trend with an overall increase. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Hamah, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Hama, Halfaya and Salamiyah. None of the most populous cities follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Hama rose steadily. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Halfaya rose steadily. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Salamiyah peaked in 1991-2005.
Hamah in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Hamah is Halfaya with an SNDi of 2.45, which is relatively well-connected. Conversely, the most connected city is Salamiyah with an SNDi of 2.23, which is well-connected. See trends for these cities: Salamiyah, Halfaya
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Hamah rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Hamah, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Hama, Halfaya and Salamiyah. Disconnectivity in the most populous cities in Hamah follow the same region trend.