During the century, the population increased at a dramatic rate, accompanied by rapid urbanisation, causing significant social and economic stresses.

After the war, increased immigration, particularly from eastern Europe, led to the rapid urbanisation of the area which continued until the end of the 1960s.

Australia's rapid urbanisation meant urban planning became an increasingly important issue.

Current challenges faced include the growing demand for housing due to rapid urbanisation, as well unemployment.

Singapore has a surprisingly diverse wildlife despite its rapid urbanisation.

Dramatic social changes have led to rapid urbanisation and the emergence of megacities.

The region is also famous for haphazard and illegal development as a result of rapid urbanisation.

The Observatory is now surrounded by skyscrapers as a result of rapid urbanisation.

The 19th century was a time of rapid urbanisation and industrialisation in Yorkshire.

The region has had problems related to haphazard and illegal development as a result of rapid urbanisation.