Rhys Oates’ late strike was enough to separate the sides on Saturday afternoon as Pools looked to be heading for a fourth straight draw.
But the three points sees Dave Challinor’s side close the gap at the top of the table to four points as they remain second in the table.
It’s also 28 points out of the last 30 available at Victoria Park.
Here is how the Pools players rated in the match...
1. Ben Killip - 8
Made a great save to deny Sam Ashford in the second half. Made a number of tidy saves to keep a deserved clean sheet. Photo: Frank Reid
2. David Ferguson - 8
Created numerous chances with some quality balls in from the left in the first half. His impact faded in the second half but defended well with a good block late on. Photo: Mark Fletcher
3. Gary Liddle - 7
Had a worrying moment late on following a slip but was otherwise rarely troubled. Photo: Christopher Booth
4. Ryan Johnson - 7
Defended well despite being on a booking for the majority of the game. Headed wide in the first half. Photo: Mark Fletcher