David Ferguson and Luke Molyneux scored in the second half after Sam Hoskins gave the hosts the lead shortly after half-time.
The win was Pools’ 19th in their last 22 matches at Victoria Park as they continued their unbeaten start at home this season.
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David Ferguson scores for Pools (photo: Frank Reid) Photo: FRANK REID 2021
. Ben Killip - 8
Made two fine saves in either half to deny Sam Hoskins but could do little about the Northampton man's strike. Photo: Mark Fletcher
. David Ferguson - 8
Saw a shot blocked in the first half and was always looking to charge up the left flank as proven by his well taken header at the back post to make it 1-1. Photo: Bernadette Malcolmson
. Zaine Francis-Angol - 8
Made a great block early on to deny Etete. Linked up with David Ferguson and brought the ball out from the back well. Photo: Mark Fletcher
. Neill Byrne - 7
Had to be alert to the pace of Kion Etete up front and was strong in the air as usual. Photo: Mark Fletcher
13. Joe Grey - 7
On for Shelton 61: Was lively off the bench and got into some decent areas. Could have scored himself but set up Molyneux's winner brilliantly. Photo: FRANK REID 2020
14. Timi Odusina - n/a
On for Daly 88: Came on to shore things up at the back. Photo: Mark Fletcher