Goals from Rob Milsom, Louis John and Isaac Olaofe saw the U’s clinch promotion and the National League title for the first time in their history.
Pools had a few opportunities and had a goal disallowed shortly after half-time but they ultimately fell short as they remained fourth in the table.
Scroll down and click through the pages to see our Pools player ratings from the match…
1. Brad James - 4
Was very busy and made a couple of solid claims early on but made a glaring error for Sutton’s opener as he spilled the free-kick into the goal. Still recovered slightly in the second half with a good fingertip save. Photo: HUFC
2. Jamie Sterry - 6
Hit the post with a great chance early on. Was full of running but caught out once or twice down the right. Photo: Frank Reid
3. Lewis Cass - 6
Couldn’t play his usual game breaking out from defence as Pools were pegged back in the first half. Pools lost their way defensively following his withdrawal. Photo: Mark Fletcher
4. Gary Liddle - 5
Made a couple of decent challenges but was well beaten by Olaofe for Sutton’s third. Photo: Christopher Booth