It is situated mostly on the east side of the Peak Forest Canal, next to Bredbury, Romiley and the boundary with Tameside, at Gee Cross.

Woodley Methodist Church, sited on Chapel Street, has been a part of the community since 1868; the building was rebuilt in 1998.

[2] Woodley railway station is a stop on the Hope Valley line; it is on the Hyde Loop which stretches from Ashburys to Romiley, via Guide Bridge but by-passing Bredbury.

They are currently members of the North West Counties League Premier Division, the ninth tier of English football, and play at Stockport Sports Village.

[6] Stockport Sports Village is located in Woodley; facilities include a gym, sauna, football pitches and fitness courses.