Comparisons
Rif Dimashq vs. the other two most closely populated regions in Syria: Aleppo and Hims
Rif Dimashq in context: Street-network sprawl of new development
The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Rif Dimashq rose steadily. To get a sense of how street development has changed in Rif Dimashq, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Damascus, Qudsayya and Jdaydet Artooz. Out of the three cities, Qudsayya does not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in new development in Qudsayya peaked in 1976-1990.
Rif Dimashq in context: Aggregate street-network sprawl
As of 2020, the city with the most disconnected street network in Rif Dimashq is Qudsayya with an SNDi of 5.04, which is very sprawly. Conversely, the most connected city is Jdaydet Artooz with an SNDi of 1.88, which is very well-connected. See trends for these cities: Jdaydet Artooz, Qudsayya
The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Rif Dimashq rose steadily. To get a sense of how the aggregate street network has changed in Rif Dimashq, we can consider three of its most populous cities: Damascus, Qudsayya and Jdaydet Artooz. Out of the three cities, Qudsayya does not follow the same trend as the region. The level of street-network sprawl in the aggregate network in Qudsayya peaked in 1976-1990.