Tony Hogg says the crimes of domestic abuse being reported are still the tip of the iceberg - and that the rate of low-level violence in general is far too high.
It comes during a week of awareness-raising activities - this year looking at the impact on children.
Residents to quiz council on rounabout upgrades
A revamp of Manadon Roundabout could be on the way
North Devon foster carers could be exempt from council tax
North Devon Council looks to help its 36 foster families
Residents to quiz council on massive interchange plan
Three hundred have been invited
Supporting vulnerable a priority amid gas outage
List made of those needing urgent support
Concerns for missing Devon man
Corey Wade was last seen three weeks ago
