The remainder of the urban district was transferred into an expanded Dudley borough in 1966.

Of historical significance, Woodsetton is the birthplace of industrial pioneer Abraham Darby,[4] who developed the process of smelting iron ore using coke.

Woodsetton is served by bus routes 81 and 229 connecting the area to Wolverhampton, Sedgley, Dudley and Bilston on a daily basis.

[5] The tornado later moved over Dudley town centre, causing moderate damage.

For secondary education, the area is served by Beacon Hill Academy, just east of Sedgley.