Settlement Form (Nucleated, Dispersed, Elongated)

Nucleated Settlements: A nucleated settlement is when a group of buildings are located in close proximity to one another and form a centrally organized, concentrated area. Examples of this kind of settlement include towns, villages and hamlets. Dispersed Settlement: Dispersed settlements are when buildings and other structures are generally more spread out, without any real central organization. This type of settlement houses isolated farms and dwellings which are usually located far apart from one another. Elongated Settlements: An elongated settlement is when a collection of buildings and structures are arranged in a linear or elongated fashion or pattern. This type of settlement is also often referred to as a ‘linear settlement’ and is typically formed in areas that have a natural geographical feature, such as a river, canal or road, running through or alongside it. Examples of this kind of settlement include rural hamlets and farmsteads.