More Kiwis are taking steps to be sustainable in an effort to create a cleaner, greener New Zealand.

A new survey has also revealed almost 90 per cent of Kiwis don't feel enough is being done to keep the country safe and healthy.

New research surveyed 1000 people about their environmental and social concerns.

The biggest concern was violence in society, followed by protecting children, then increased living costs.

The fourth biggest concern identified by respondents was suicide rates, followed by the build up of plastic in the environment. It's the first time those two issues have been among the top 10 concerns of New Zealanders.