Aye, your points are valid about the people living there full time. However, we can't forget that the RP of a Freeport is that of a trade hub, there will always be far more people on board than it can house full time. Refugees awaiting a transport to god knows where, a people shopping in the trade quarter, pilots having mechanics one over their fighters, diplomats having meetings there, etc etc. All in all, there is always a high number of temporary people on the Freeports.
One can RP that the load of passengers I just picked up at Freeport 2, had booked tickets with me weeks earlier. They found their own way to the Freeport, my business with them is getting them off the cramped station and to Gran Canaria.
My statements are my opinion however, I am keen on seeing what other faction and indie Zoners think and how they feel. I am also curious as to how we managed to acquire such a perk? If it is to keep us more in the border worlds, I thank the dev team.