Prior to 1930, Woodcross was a largely rural area which consisted of a few residential properties on the slope of Beacon Hill as well as extensive farmland.

Notable landmarks in Woodcross are Beacon Hill Cemetery, Manor Primary School and St Mary's Church.

There is also a statue in honour of local doctor Frederick Baker, who died in 1912, that is located on the corner of Hall Lane and Gorge Road.

After the end of World War II in 1945, the Council built many more houses, this time creating a large estate with many streets named after Coseley councillors and famous local people, including Tipton born runner Jack Holden, whose name is featured on Jack Holden Avenue.

It began life in 1933, when Woodcross was still in the early stages of development, as Manor Secondary School for pupils aged 11 and above.