The present study investigated the determinants of total crime hot spots in SeoulMetropolitan Area (SMA) of Korea, focusing particularly on spatial planning effects oncrime hot spots. Since crime hot spots are closely related to the spatial characteristicsof a city, we applied multiple spatial discrete choice models (SAPM, SEPM andPGWR). Spatial planning variables are residential concentration, mixed land use,concentration of crime prevention facilities and spatial accessibility. According to theregression results, residential concentration contributes to diminishing crime hot spots. Mixed land use plays a negative role in reducing crime hot spots. The impact ofconcentration of crime prevention facilities on crime hot spots was not statisticallysignificant. Spatial accessibility showed a positive effect on crime hot spots. Thepresent study concludes with some policy suggestions that can alleviate crime hotspots focusing particularly on urban planning perspectives.