Candia is a rural town in Rockingham County northeast of Manchester, characterized by farmland, forest, and a small historic village center. The town has intentionally limited commercial development, preserving much of its agricultural character.

Candia's rural roads and conservation land offer hiking and horseback riding, while the town's proximity to Manchester provides access to a larger job market and retail base. A small general store and civic buildings anchor the modest village center.

Housing in Candia consists mostly of single-family homes on larger lots, drawing families and commuters who want rural space within a reasonable drive of Manchester. The town's limited services mean most shopping trips head to neighboring communities.